Anti-Inflammatory Diet To Fight Silent Inflammation


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	Anti-Inflammatory Diet To Fight Silent Inflammation The Anti-Inflammatory diet was designed by Dr. Andrew Weil, a practitioner of integrative medicine. Studies have shown that chronic inflammation, also known as "silent inflammation" plays a significant role in a host of diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, heart disease, diabetes, some cancers, and can activate certain potentially harmful genes that affect the ageing process as well. This diet targets chronic inflammation through dietary changes that can lower the levels of inflammation in your body. In addition, other lifestyle changes such as exercising more and reducing stress also help reduce inflammation. Silent Inflammation You have probably come across conditions that involve acute inflammation such as arthritis, acne and asthma. However, there is another type of inflammation that is less obvious and silently attacks the body, causing disease and degeneration. This is known as chronic inflammation, and can exist silently in your body, undetected for many years, until it manifests in disease. Silent inflammation has been linked with buildup of cholesterol deposits in the walls of arteries, which can lead to heart disease. In the same way, inflammation of brain tissue can cause Alzheimer's disease, and inflammation in the bloodstream can lead to diabetes. There is also evidence that inflammation increases the risk of some cancers. Prostaglandins A typical anti-inflammatory diet focuses on fighting inflammation through the creation of molecules called prostaglandins. These molecules are made in the body from essential fatty acids. There are three main types of prostaglandins, and while two of them (PG-E1 and PG-E3) have an anti-inflammatory effect, the third type (PG-E2) actually promotes inflammation. Inflammation results when there is an imbalance in the body between the different types of prostaglandins. Anti-Inflammatory Foods Foods that produce anti-inflammatory prostaglandins and decrease inflammation are: Healthy fats such as those found in nuts, seeds, fish and olive oil. Healthy spices such as tumeric, ginger and hot peppers. Green tea. Low glycemic load carbohydrates such as wholegrains and vegetables. Pro-Inflammatory Foods Foods that produce inflammatory prostaglandins, and increase inflammation are: Red meat Sugar. Coffee and Alcohol. High glycemic load carbohydrates such as refined bread and pasta. Recommended Book This book, by nutritionist Monica Reinagel is an excellent resource for anyone considering an anti-inflammatory diet. At the heart of the program is the revolutionary IF Rating system that tells you the inflammatory or anti-inflammatory effects of all of the foods you eat. The IF Rating integrates more than twenty different nutritional factors, including essential fatty acids, glycemic index, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory compounds into a single rating which guides your food choices for the day. Included in this book are: IF Ratings for more than 1,500 common foods, listed both alphabetically and by categories, such as "Breakfast Cereals" and "Meats" Self-assessments for measuring your level of systemic inflammation A choice of three customizable eating plans: Preventative/Maintenance, Therapeutic, and Accelerated Weight-Loss 3 weeks worth of daily meal plans and dozens of delicious anti-inflammatory recipes To Top of Page Return to Healthy Diets from Anti-Inflammatory Diet Return to Healthy Eating	Do you want to live healthier and longer? Yes? Then sign up for our free Kick Start Diet and empower yourself with the knowledge and motivation you need. Start your journey today to protect yourself from disease and manage your weight forever! When you sign up, you will be able to download our Weight Loss Starter Pack on Day 1 of the Diet Plan.
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