Anti-Inflammatory Eating

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Plant-based foods may keep inflammation at bay Inflammation is a natural part of life. It’s your body’s rescue response for fighting infections or healing injuries. Acute, short-term inflammation is normal and healthy; however, chronic or long-term inflammation can be detrimental to health. Chronic inflammation can cause diseases such as obesity, certain cancers, diabetes, heart disease, […]

Shining a Light on Nightshade Vegetables

Nightshade Vegetables | Chicago Health Online

Just the name “nightshade,” gives this category of vegetables a shady mystique. And their reputation of possibly contributing to inflammatory conditions like arthritis only adds to that mysterious air. But edible nightshades — such as potatoes, tomatoes, eggplants, bell peppers and chili peppers — are safe to eat. And these vegetables can be an important […]