Foods that You Should Quit Right Now If You Suffer from Inflammation
In the medical world, there are way too many chronic inflammatory diseases. Some of the most feared conditions are cancer, arthritis, Alzheimer’s, diabetes and cardiovascular disease. The inflammatory process commences the moment our body is injured. This is why inflammation is crucial for healing. But after a long-term process, it can also become chronic. This results in serious illness and aging. On top of that, some foods are pro-inflammatory and sadly, lead to unhealthy inflammation. Here are the most dangerous foods that should be avoided.
- Soda
Let’s face it! Carbonated drinks are never a good idea. Except for the fact that these drinks consist of mostly sugar, they also contain a very dangerous colorant. It’s no wonder it makes the top of the list of pro-inflammatory foods. Soda can be replaced with freshly squeezed juice from fruits. Try to limit tropical and citrus fruits and go with berries, pears and apples.
- Grilled and Fried Meat
Meat is an amazing source of proteins. But what happens when you expose it to high heat? This type of cooking triggers a chemical reaction, and the resulting combination is very dangerous for our health. In this case, there are two options: either slow-cook the meat or replace it with healthier sources of protein. Try lean meats and fish or a variety of beans, veggies and soy products.
- White Flour Products
The amount of pro-inflammatory white flour products must be limited. Bread, pasta, snacks and crackers are mostly made from unrefined flour. As an alternative, you can always choose to consume products out of whole wheat flour. Also, white rice can be replaced with other varieties, such as the brown and wild ones.
- Popcorn Straight Out of the Microwave
Popcorn can be a really tasty and nutritious snack but only when it’s cooked traditionally. The kernels popped in the microwave are infested with artificial flavors. This is the main reason this kind of popcorn is so dangerous and has pro-inflammatory properties.
- Deep Fried Foods
When we think about fries and burgers, our day is filled with love. They’re tasty, affordable and… dangerous for our body. Most of these dishes are prepared with partially hydrogenated oil, vegetable shortening and margarine. That means that the food is poisoned with trans fats, which are extremely toxic.
- Dairy Products
The thing with milk is that 60% of the world’s population can’t digest milk. Recent studies have shown that digesting milk beyond infancy is peculiar. Being a common allergen, lactose can generate inflammatory responses. Vulnerable people can face stomach distress, diarrhea, hives, rashes, acne and even breathing difficulties.
- Alcohol
High consumption of alcoholic beverages causes irritation and the swelling of the esophagus, larynx and liver. After a few years of heavy drinking, the body may experience tumors and a higher risk to develop cancer. The repeated irritation can bring with itself huge health issues.
We have only one life and only one chance to make it right. With so many diseases around, it would be for the best to take care of our bodies and reconsider our daily diet. There are a lot of anti-inflammatory products we can consume. You can always consult a specialist for guidance.
These are so true. Last March/April I started eliminating dairy, alcohol, white flour, sugar from my diet for these same reasons. Within weeks I could feel a difference. There are many other foods too that I quit but these were the main ones. It’s been good for me. On top of all that I lost 25 lbs.
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