10 Anti-Inflammatory Foods To Add To Your Daily Diet To Help Your Joint Pain
I've talked a lot about the foods I cut out to help my joint aches and pains (white flour, dairy, sugar, alcohol, processed food, and meat).
Today, I want to share what foods are helpful to add to your diet if your goal is to reduce inflammation in your body.
Here are 10 foods known for their anti-inflammatory properties:
Fatty Fish (such as salmon, mackerel, sardines): Rich in omega-3 fatty acids
Berries (such as blueberries, strawberries): Packed with antioxidants like flavonoids
Turmeric: Contains curcumin, a compound with powerful anti-inflammatory effects
Leafy greens (such as spinach, kale): High in antioxidants and vitamins that can reduce inflammation
Nuts (such as almonds, walnuts): Rich in healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants
Olive oil: Contains oleocanthal, a compound with anti-inflammatory properties
Tomatoes: High in lycopene, an antioxidant
Ginger: Contains gingerol, a substance with potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties
Green tea: Rich in polyphenols, which have been shown to reduce inflammation
Dark chocolate (with high cocoa content): Contains flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory effects when consumed in moderation.
I've been consuming pretty much all the above foods regularly including dark chocolate. Ok, I know it has some sugar! 🙂
The days when I follow my anti-inflammatory diet I feel great!
The days when I’m not so good, I definitely notice some aches and pain creeping back in, especially my knee pain!
Give an anti-inflammatory diet a try and see if it works for you!
IN CASE YOU DON’T KNOW ME…
I’m Karin, a certified Yoga and Pilates Teacher and Wellness Coach based in Kingston, Jamaica.
I help women over 40 go from feeling achy to feeling great!
I have a free newsletter that is short, actionable, inspiring, and loved by over 825 subscribers!
Sign up to get it below!
