Feeling sluggish and bloated? These anti-inflammatory tips will change your life | Health

Are you eating the wrong foods? Here’s how to fight inflammation naturally

In an interview with HT Lifestyle, Vijayashree, Dietitian at MGM Healthcare suggested the following tips to overcome inflammation –

1. Avoid/use occasionally pro-inflammatory food.

2. Stick to basic balanced diet.

3. Include natural anti-inflammatory foods. Foods that help to heal inflammation are called anti-inflammatory foods e.g. fruits, vegetables like green leafy vegetables that are high in antioxidants, millets, fatty fish, almonds and citrus fruits are good anti-inflammatory foods.

4. Avoid alcohol and high sugar intake

5. Avoid high usage of oil and fried foods

6. Limit coffee/tea

7. Maintain healthy weight

8. Exercise

9. Good sleep

Inflammation is ruining your health. Here’s how to stop it today!

Bringing her expertise to the same, Dr Pearlsy Grace Rajan, Senior Consultant – Internal Medicine at Rela Hospital in Chennai, recommended the following habits that reduce inflammation –

• Healthy Diet: Include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats.
• Exercise at least 30 to 45 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity per day.
• Quit smoking
• Abstain from alcohol.
• Manage Stress through meditation, yoga, or deep breathing exercises.
• Adequate sleep: Aim for 7-8 hours of sleep at night and stick to a sleep schedule.
• Supplements: like omega-3 fatty acids, turmeric, and ginger may help reduce inflammation.
• Maintain a habit tracker /diary to help you focus on a healthy lifestyle to live longer and fuller.

Note to readers: This article is for informational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of your doctor with any questions about a medical condition.