(Franziska Spritzler/ Healthline) — You may be able to reduce and prevent inflammation by choosing certain foods and drinks while avoiding others. Anti-inflammatory foods can include fruits, vegetables, and fatty fish.
Inflammation is a natural process that helps your body heal and defend itself from harm.
However, inflammation is harmful if it becomes chronic.
Chronic inflammation may last for weeks, months, or years — and may lead to various health problems.
That said, there are many things you can do to reduce inflammation and improve your overall health.
This article outlines a detailed plan for an anti-inflammatory diet and lifestyle.
Inflammation is your body’s way of protecting itself from infection, illness, or injury.
As part of the inflammatory response, your body increases its production of white blood cells, immune cells, and substances called cytokines that help fight infection.
Classic signs of acute (short-term) inflammation include redness, pain, heat, and swelling. (…)