"To try to ward off heart disease, cancer, and dementia, the registered dietitian Amy Buckley regularly fills her plate with fish, veggies, and beans. That's because fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants can help reduce chronic inflammation. Unlike acute inflammation, the body's natural response to infection or injury, which manifests as redness, swelling, and itchiness, chronic inflammation is associated with an increased risk of chronic health problems."
"What we eat can promote or reduce bodily levels of inflammation through multiple pathways, Buckley, who works at The Gut Health Clinic in London, told Business Insider. The saturated fats in fried foods can activate immune cells that trigger inflammation, she said. While low gut microbiome diversity, which can be the result of a low-fiber diet, has been linked to higher markers of inflammation."
Chronic inflammation is linked to higher risk of heart disease, cancer, and dementia. Acute inflammation is the body's short-term response to infection or injury, producing redness, swelling, and itchiness. Dietary components influence inflammation through multiple pathways. Saturated fats in fried foods can activate immune cells that trigger inflammation. Low gut-microbiome diversity, often resulting from a low-fiber diet, is associated with higher inflammatory markers. Diets rich in fresh produce, whole grains, legumes, nuts, fiber, healthy fats, and antioxidants associate with lower inflammation and better heart health. Practical anti-inflammatory meals include grilled fish, large mixed salads, roast chicken, beans, and moderate treats like chocolate or ice cream.
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