Eating For Health

Anyone suffering from inflammation is always looking for something to help reduce inflammation.   A relative with hip inflammation said they were trying tart cherry juice.   Then another relative went to the doctor because of their knee pain from arthritis. The relative told the doctor he was trying lots of things including losing weight, physical therapy, and an anti-inflammatory diet.   The doctor suggested adding one more thing, tart cherry juice. Why is tart cherry juice considered anti-inflammatory? 🍒 Rich in Anthocyanins Tart cherries are packed with anthocyanins , powerful antioxidants that give the fruit its deep red color. These compounds help reduce inflammation by blocking enzymes involved in the inflammatory process. And cherry juice contains quercetin , a flavonoid that helps reduce pain and swelling.   🧠 Supports Joint and Muscle Recovery Studies show tart cherry juice can ease joint pain and stiffness , especially in people with arthritis....

So many people complain about inflammation.   Many don’t realize that making some dietary changes can help your body fight inflammation.   What are some of those dietary habits? What are some symptoms of inflammation?   Some inflammation is temporary like acute inflammation due to an injury, infection or being bit like a bee sting.   Long term inflammation can result from diseases such as “diabetes, cardiovascular issues, and autoimmune disorders”.   Some symptoms include: Body aches/muscle pain: Hips, knees, backs are common aches. Migraine headaches can be caused by inflammation. Fatigue: Who would think that being tired might be linked to inflammation? What are some treatments for inflammation? Anti-inflammatory drugs are often prescribed to help with symptoms but drugs won’t “treat the root cause of the problem…”   Diet: What are some anti-inflammatory Diet Habits You Can Adopt to fight inflammation?   Registered Dietitian , Julia...

How can you boost your immune system?   The students in the class I teach are now asking about what they can do to boost their immune system.   This question was never asked before but in the age of COVID, people are now interested in finding ways to build a stronger immune system.   My husband shared a good article with me on this topic:   The 4 vitamin and supplements this doctor takes every day to strengthen her immune system .   I find it interesting that throughout this pandemic so little was being said about what we could do to live a healthier lifestyle including enhancing our immune system.   Well, this article gives you some ways to do so. Often health experts say that if you eat a healthy diet, you don’t need supplements of any kind.   I eat a healthy diet but I also take some supplements just to be sure I am getting all the vitamins and minerals I need each day.   Many Americans are not eating healthy diets and don’t take supplemen...