Chronic inflammation can throw off your hunger mechanism and metabolism-regulating hormones, spur insulin resistance, and even cause you to hang onto water weight, says nutritionist Alex Casserole, R.D. What's more, research published in the journal Diabetes has linked elevated levels of inflammatory markers with future weight gain. While pretty much any good-for-you food will lower your body's levels of inflammation at least a bit, these eight foods truly go above and beyond
Fat makes up your body’s inflammation-regulating compounds, called propagandist. And while some reduce inflammation, others egg it on. To up your levels of inflammation-fighting propagandist, seat more omega-3 fatty acids like EPA and D HA—for which salmon and other fatty fish are famous, says Casserole. What’s more, since omega-3's can help decrease your levels of inflammation-causing LL "bad" cholesterol and triglycerides, they can lower inflammation even more, says Rene Fickle, R.D., lead nutrition expert at Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating.
Fish not your thing? No problem. Flax boasts nature's highest concentration of plant-based omega-3's, according to the Cleveland Clinic.
Blueberries are a rich source of riboflavin, which have both antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, says Casserole. Fewer free radicals, less inflammation.
Turmeric gives curry its yellow color, along with a hefty load of riboflavin, says Casserole. Plus, research from the University of Texas shows that turmeric suppress NF-kappa B, an immune-regulating protein that triggers inflammation.
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