Anti-Inflammatory Food Guide
The Anti-inflammatory Food Guide Chart. Defining inflammation and the role of nutrition in controlling inflammation. If you are like me and suffer with chronic inflammation, be aware that your diet ie the foods you eat, can be a major contributor to continuing this inflammation in the body. This trifold chart was developed by Auckland Naturopath Kathleen Cole, using the knowledge she has about inflammation and the food we eat. This chart clearly lists anti-inflammatory foods and inflammatory foods. On the back is very detailed information about the role of nutrition in controlling inflammation. A must have for anyone wanting to get their inflammation under control.
This is what Kathleen Cole has to tell us about her chart The
ANTI-INFLAMMATION FOOD GUIDE
The Anti-inflammatory Food Guide researched and written by Kathleen Cole ND, has been designed to shift the balance from an inflammatory diet to anti-inflammatory. Some foods that are inflammatory but can be a part of a healthy diet such as organic meats or whole-grains can be made less inflammatory by adding anti-inflammatory herbs and spices or marinades high in anti-inflammatory nutrients.
Inflammation is considered a key mechanism in the development of many chronic diseases: diabetes, heart disease, cancer, alzheimers, autoimmunity. Although acute inflammation is a necessary process in healing following an infection or injury, this same process can be over-stimulated and become a systemic chronic inflammation that can damage blood vessels and organs.
Our bodies produce "prostaglandins" which are inflammatory or anti-inflammatory chemicals from nutrients. A diet high in inflammatory chemicals such as those found in processed foods, trans fats and refined sugar can lead to excessive production of inflammatory compounds. The consumption of certain anti-inflammatory nutrients high in omega 3 and antioxidants produces more anti-inflammatory prostaglandins and dampens down the inflammatory response.
More Information
The a quick reference chart that explains how food choices can influence inflammation. Instead of supplying ingredients, it organises foods into an easier visual format so you can see which everyday options are usually encouraged and which ones are often limited in anti-inflammatory eating plans.
That makes it useful if you want practical shopping and meal ideas rather than another supplement. It can be especially handy on the fridge, in the kitchen, or when planning meals for joint comfort, recovery, or general wellbeing. FAQ
What does the show?
It shows foods that are commonly included in anti-inflammatory eating patterns and foods that are more often reduced.
How would I use the at home?
You can use it as a simple visual reminder for shopping, meal planning, and everyday food swaps.
Is the a supplement?
No. It is an educational chart designed to help you make food choices more easily.