Keep Your Workouts Fresh
Jan 31, 2012
Inflammation is something that can be seen on the surface when manifested as a red or irritated body part. However, internal inflammation is unnoticeable to the naked eye and may even be symptomless in some cases. Inflammation a silent epidemic that triggers chronic diseases over the years.
The average American diet contains an excessive amount of omega-6 fatty acids, found in processed and fast foods, and a deficient amount of omega-3 fatty acids, such as those found in cold-water fish. When ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 consumed is out of balance, inflammation can set in.
An anti-inflammatory diet is one rich in omega-3 fats, whole grains, fruits and vegetables, nuts, and flavorful spices like ginger, curry, and turmeric.
Who can benefit from an anti-inflammatory diet? Everyone! But, especially people with the following conditions:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- Fibromyalgia
- Muscular low back pain and neck pain
- Heart Disease