“Chronic Inflammation: Don’t Ignore the Signs and the Role of Diet in Prevention”

[Voice of Hope April 29, 2023](Editor: Li Wenhan) The body always feels uncomfortable, and occasionally the whole body is sore here and there, which may be chronic inflammation of the body, so don’t ignore it. Nutritionist Yu Zhuqing pointed out that chronic inflammation of the body may cause symptoms of various sizes, such as some skin problems, digestive symptoms, depression, anxiety and fatigue, etc. There are many reasons for chronic body inflammation, such as viruses and bacteria Infections, autoimmune diseases, stress, lack of sleep, etc. However, dietary habits may also be one of the factors that cause inflammation in the body, such as high fat, high oil, processed meat, sweets, biscuits, and alcohol.

“Liberty Times” quoted Yu Zhuqing’s Facebook page “Yu Zhuqing Nutritionist” as saying that sometimes the skin is inexplicably itchy, eczema, dermatitis, or becomes easy to infection, and the respiratory tract is also often strange It’s strange, or I often catch a cold and have diarrhea, occasionally the whole body is sore here and there, and the joints of the limbs are hot and painful. These minor problems and ailments that appear from time to time may be signs of body inflammation.

High-fat, processed meat should stay away

Yu Zhuqing said that eating habits may be the factors that cause inflammation in the body, such as high fat, high oil, processed meat, candy, biscuit and pastry, alcohol, etc., can easily cause inflammation in the body, and intake should be minimized. Such high-calorie, high-sugar, high-fat, high-sodium, and foods containing trans fats can easily lead to chronic inflammation in the body and increase the risk of diabetes, obesity, and cardiovascular diseases. For example, excessive intake of sugar can cause the body to The glycation products in the body increase, which in turn aggravates the body’s inflammatory response.

Healthy food can be eaten at ease

Yu Zhuqing said that dark vegetables (broccoli, spinach, kale, etc.) and whole grain foods (whole wheat bread, brown rice, etc.) have antioxidant effects, and spices (peppers, garlic, etc.) are anti-inflammatory. It can help reduce the body’s inflammatory response and can be taken in large quantities.

Fermented foods (yogurt, yogurt, etc.) are rich in probiotics, fruits (blueberries, spinach, and beetroot, etc.) , mackerel and sardines, etc.), and nuts (walnuts, pumpkin seeds, flaxseeds and almonds, etc.) are rich in healthy fats, antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, which can also help reduce body inflammation. Propolis has a variety of natural antibacterial properties , anti-inflammatory and antioxidant.

In addition, Yu Zhuqing reminded that you should pay attention to your physical condition at ordinary times, and don’t wait for redness, swelling, heat and pain to take care of yourself. Choose more foods that are beneficial to the body, maintain regular exercise habits, and good sleep quality, which can increase the body’s immunity, prevent body inflammation, and maintain good health.Anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects

Editor in charge: Li Zhi

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