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www.AbbysHealthFood.com | # 48| Page 29 research showing that it was helpful to those who had Metabolic Syndrome when paired with Turmeric. Metabolic Syndrome is the combination of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, high blood sugar and high body fat. Black Seed was also found to reduce arthritis symptoms, inflammatory markers, and swollen joints in a 2016 study. Additional Remedies for Inflammation Natural Remedies There are several popular tonics that are teeming with vitamins and antioxidants and believed to support the body's ability to quench free radicals and oxidative stress at the cellular level (a cause of inflammation). These include green juices packed with kale, parsley, and celery, fruit smoothies made with pineapple or blueberries and added Ginger, or a simple Turmeric tea that helps deliver some of the constituents of this superfood rhizome. Gut-healing bone broth has also been praised for delivering key amino acids that can balance inflammation in the body. Anti-Inflammatory Diet There are also regular foods that may help to balance inflammation in the body. Fermented dairy products like yogurt and kefir were found to help reduce inflammation by improving the gut microbiome. Other foods that support healthy inflammation balance in the body are: • Fish oil and fatty fish, like wild salmon • Green leafy vegetables, like Kale and Spinach • Fruits • Almonds and walnuts • Olive oil You'll find many of these foods are part of the popular Mediterranean diet, which includes fatty fish, vegetables, whole grains, herbs, and olive oil. The Mayo Clinic refers to the Mediterranean diet as a heart-healthy eating plan. There is some negative swirl about nightshades (a plant belonging to the Solanaceae family) and inflammation. In the past it's been suggested that tomatoes, eggplant, and peppers, all of which belong to the nightshade family, may exacerbate inflammation symptoms due to an alkaloid called solanine. However, there's been some research that makes it questionable as to whether this is true. (Don't scratch ratatouille or spuds off your menu just yet!) • A study showed that inflammation was reduced in men who ate yellow and purple potatoes (both nightshades) for six weeks. • Tomatoes contain powerhouse antioxidant lycopene and may help to balance inflammation. • Eggplants have been studied to help support inflammation, as well. Supplements for Healthy Inflammation Response Another place to turn for inflammation balance? Herbs and spices in easy-to-take capsule form! New Chapter® formulates a 10-herb blend called Zyflamend™ that has been shown to help support the body's natural healthy inflammation response.* Crafted with potent Holy Basil, Rosemary, Turmeric, Ginger, and more, this particular herbal combo has a special synergy—it's been shown to work better together as a blend than the action of each herb on its own. Now that's great teamwork. Clinically studied Zyflamend delivers support for joint mobility and function, and herbal pain relief with Ginger (for occasional pain relief after exercise). You can also check out our Turmeric supplement made with powerful dual extracts of this single herb. While many other Turmeric supplements are just isolated curcumin extract, Turmeric Force™ delivers hundreds of compounds from the whole herb, complete with Curcumin as well as Turmerones from the herb's essential oils. Because we formulate with whole Turmeric, your body can optimally absorb all of the herb's beneficial compounds. No black pepper needed. Turmeric Force™ supports healthy inflammation response as well as heart health and brain health. Finally, Wholemega™ fish oil supplement has been clinically shown to improve the Omega- fatty acid ratio in the body, helping to bring those key Omega-6s and Omega-3s into a good balance to support your whole-body health. Good Practices While moving and exercising may sound counterintuitive for those with inflammation, there's a lot of research that shows how movement can support your body's ability to balance inflammation markers. For example, remember when we were talking about neuroinflammation? Research shows that physical exercise, particularly in the elderly, helped to reduce pro-inflammatory cytokines and improved cognition. Regular exercise was shown to support balanced inflammation levels in the body. A moderate 20-minute walk was shown to support a decrease in the inflammatory response and may offer protection against more chronic conditions. Incorporating some resistance training can also support inflammation balance, especially in older adults. (Do check with your healthcare provider before starting an exercise program. Meditation has also been studied for its ability to modulate inflammation. Soothing the mind and managing stress can have great whole-body benefits. The Bottom Line When it comes to inflammation, it's important to keep in mind that it's usually a healthy response of the body, and we don't want to just turn off a part of our immune system that our body needs. Instead, science and research point to a balanced approach to inflammation. For a holistic and long-term approach to balancing your inflammation response, you can look to a combination of healthy eating, regular exercise, and inflammation-balancing herbals to help keep inflammation right where you want it: activated when you need it and not when you don't.