Anti Inflammatory Diet – Which Foods To Eat

Heya,

How did you get banned? I am super pissed off! My face seems to have been swollen for 2 days. I usually swell during periods, this time my face seems to explode!

With my experience, I've known a few anti-inflammatory foods that have worked for me. I forgot to mention that inflammation is called swelling in common language. This can be due to stress, inactivity, periods, illness, or side effects of food or medication.

Anti-Inflammatory Diet – What Foods To Eat

1. Fruits

Fruits are amazing antioxidants. The best fruits with anti-inflammatory properties are lime, papaya, pear, plum, raspberry, watermelon, apple, apricot, avocado, blackberry, and blueberry. Organic fruits are the best choice! Read here why organic food.

2. grains

Grains are high in fiber and can reduce inflammation. Made from the grains like wheat, millet, red rice, etc. – brown rice worked best for me. Read about brown rice here.

3. Spices and herbs

India is a country that is blessed with all sorts of healthy spices. Read more about different spices and their health benefits here. Vinita published a wonderful article on Green Chilli which has anti-inflammatory properties. Turmeric is also good for reducing puffiness. Read here.

4. Non-vegetarian food

Foods like chicken, eggs, salmon, and other cold-water fish are good for healing swelling.

5. Organic vegetables

Some of the anti-inflammatory vegetables are asparagus, beets, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, cucumber, green beans, kale, mushrooms, onions, peas, radishes, spinach, sprouts, and sweet potatoes.

6. Best foods for flat stomach

Certain foods are known to reduce gas and gas. If your belly is swollen, these foods are a must have in your diet. Read here, here, here and here about such foods.

7. Seeds

Seeds like flaxseed, chia seeds are great for reducing inflammation.

What foods do you prefer to use to reduce puffiness? Share with us!

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