Fats and Carbs that Reduce Inflammation
Not all fats and carbohydrates are created equal In my last post, I described how a diet of unhealthy fats and carbs contributes to inflammation in our cells and tissues. Here are some examples of their healthy counterparts and how they can help us reduce our inflammation load. Unrefined carbohydrates such as vegetables, fruits, legumes and whole grains contain fiber so are digested more slowly than their refined white flour and sugary snack food counterparts. Slower digestio
Fats, Carbs and Inflammation...
Make smart choices to reduce the risk of chronic disease First the bad news: Chronic diseases in U.S. kids and teens are on the rise. Well established evidence now links chronic conditions including asthma, allergies, eczema, inflammatory bowel disease, obesity, type 2 diabetes, autism, mood and behavioral disorders to chronic inflammation, which is at the root of chronic illness (1). Chronic inflammation develops as a maladaptive response of our immune system, when ongoing
