Inflammation happens when your body reacts to injury, infection, irritation, and even some foods can make it worse, so it’s important to watch what you eat.
When something bad happens, like getting hurt or sick, your body quickly reacts – that’s acute inflammation. It lasts a short while and then goes away when the problem is fixed. Symptoms include redness, pain, swelling, and warmth.
Chronic inflammation is when your body stays in a battle mode for a long time without a clear reason. It can lead to serious diseases like diabetes or heart issues.
Things like drinking too much alcohol, being overweight, not getting enough physical activity, not managing stress, and smoking can all make chronic inflammation worse. Symptoms can vary, from stomach or chest pain to feeling tired, having joint pain, or feeling down or anxious.
Some foods can make inflammation worse, like red and processed meats, sugary snacks, sodas, and fried foods. But by choosing healthier options like fruits, veggies, nuts, and fish, you can help fight inflammation.
Anti-inflammatory foods like tomatoes, berries, nuts, olive oil, leafy greens, fatty fish, dark chocolate, and avocados can help your body fight inflammation and stay healthy. So, by choosing these foods more often, you can feel better and lower the risk of serious health conditions.