Load up on leafy greens
Make it a point to include leafy greens every day in at least one of your meals. Loading up on a cup of arugula, baby spinach, lettuce, or kale every day is one of the best things you can do for your overall health and inflammation. The antioxidants and bioactive compounds in these leafy greens help reduce inflammation and also keep free radicals from causing new inflammation.
Control your blood sugar
Avoid or at least cut back on simple carbohydrates such as white rice, white flour, refined sugar, etc.
If you can’t remember the long list, just remember that you’re better off avoiding any white foods such as white rice, bread, and pasta as well as foods that contain flour and sugar.
Concentrate on consuming foods that are rich in fiber such as vegetables, whole grains, and fruits.
Keep stress away
Chronic stress is a surefire recipe for inflammation. Try stress management through yoga, or any other method that you’re comfortable with.
Although most stress-inducing situations are beyond your control, you can adapt your response and perception if you learn how to manage stress better. This can help reduce inflammation and also the risk of chronic disease.
