Anti Inflammatory foods

This is more for me so I dont forget, Plus how easy is this to print out for groceries (from http://www.naturalantiinflammatory.org/anti-inflammatory-foods.html)

Fruits

These are the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory power sources effective against a number of diseases like acute traumas, injuries, arthritis, cancer, indigestion, acid peptic disease, dementia and many other chronic inflammatory conditions. Examples are:

Papaya (rich in vitamin C and E and papain, an enzyme that digests proteins)	Pineapple (contains an enzyme Bromelain with excellent healing properties)
Blueberries (rich in phyto nutrients)	Goji berries
Cherries	Cranberries
Apples	Oranges
Kiwifruit	Rhubarb
Lemon	Limes
Avocados	Guavas
Strawberries	Mulberries
Raspberries

Vegetables

This anti inflammatory foods group is another major ally to the anti-inflammatory warfare. Examples include:

Cruciferous vegetables (rich in phyto nutrients i.e. sulphoraphanes which has anti cancer properties)	Spinach (source of carotenes, flavonoids, vitamins, potassium, magnesium, tryptophan, calcium, iron and folate)
Ginger	Sweet potatoes (contains fiber, vitamin C and B6, beta carotenoids, manganese and carbohydrates)
Salads	Chards
Green beans	Bell peppers
Kale	Bok Choy
Olives	Fennel bulb
Spring onions	Mushrooms
Leeks

Fish

Various kinds of cold-water fish like:

Cod	Tuna
Herring	Trout
Salmon	Striped Bass
Halibut	Whitefish
Sardines	Snapper Fish
Oysters

are an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. These include most importantly eicosapentaenoic acid and docosahexaenoic acid.

There are numerous benefits of omega-3 include a healthier heart by reducing the chances of heart diseases, preventing and fighting cancer, helping against autoimmune diseases and psychological ailments. All of these benefits result from its excellent anti oxidant and anti inflammatory properties.

Oils

Olive oil contains an abundant supply of polyphenols and monounsaturated fats, which reduce inflammation in cardiovascular system including heart and blood vessels, which in turn reduces the risk of atherosclerosis and all the resulting complications. It also helps fight against Rheumatoid arthritis and allergic asthma by the same mechanism.

Avocado oil is.another, very effective anti-inflammatory agent, which is similar in composition and properties to the Olive oil.

Drinks

Green tea is rich in flavonoids, which are a very potent agent in decreasing the incidence of heart diseases and effective against malignancies too.

However, you shouldn’t forget about water, as this is known as the simplest, cheapest and widely available drink. It has been shown in many studies that water accelerates the body’s metabolism and speeds up the removal of harmful by products of metabolism.

Spices and Herbs

Cinnamon	Rosemary
Basil	Turmeric
Cloves	Thyme
Mint	Chili pepper
Parsley	Cocoa
Oregano	Licorice

Seeds and Nuts

Walnuts	Linseed
Hazelnuts	Sunflower seeds
Almond