6 foods that reduce inflammation

Research indicates that the foods we eat may either contribute to an increase in inflammation in the body, or reduce it, so nutritionists around the world recommend eating foods that contain the following list of ingredients: 

Bromelain in pineapple juice

Bromelain, a mixture of enzymes found in pineapple juice, has long been used as a topical treatment for the pain and swelling of sports injuries such as tendinitis, sprains and muscle strains, and to reduce bruising after surgery. It is also believed to have anti-cancer properties.

Carnosol in parsley

Studies have proven that vitamins C, A and E in parsley are useful in reducing arthritis, and the component in parsley contributes to targeting proteins and hormone receptors associated with inflammation and cancers of the prostate, breast, skin, blood and colon, according to a research review.

Curcumin in turmeric


The orange-yellow turmeric has been used as a medicinal herb for thousands of years, and recent studies have indicated that the powerful antioxidant curcumin found in turmeric may offer preventative and therapeutic benefits for many chronic diseases. It reduces oxidative stress that causes low-grade inflammation and influences metabolic, neurological, cardiovascular and inflammatory bowel diseases.

Folic acid and vitamin C in citrus fruits

Citrus fruit juices such as oranges and lemon juice are great sources of vitamin C and folic acid, which support many types of immune cells such as natural killer cells, T cells, and B cells. Orange and lemon juice is also antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, analgesic and anti-inflammatory.

Gingerol in ginger root

This root adds a nice spicy sweetness to hot teas and cold juices, and is considered an age-old remedy for nausea, bloating, gas and fatigue, and may also be useful as a natural way to lower blood sugar and combat insulin resistance.

The International Journal of Preventive Medicine reports that ginger's natural anti-inflammatory compounds are effective in reducing leg muscle pain, especially after cycling exercises.

Quercetin in red apples, berries and cherries


Quercetin is found in many colorful fruits and vegetables, such as black and green tea, which contain a good amount of flavonoids, and Nutrients magazine also reported that the potential benefits of consuming antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables with high amounts of quercetin such as red apples, berries and cherries And turnip and broccoli include resistance to infections, viruses, and cancer, according to Eat This, Not That.

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