{"id":33158,"date":"2018-10-13T04:30:19","date_gmt":"2018-10-13T11:30:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/uncategorized\/alkaline-foods-to-help-with-inflammation\/"},"modified":"2022-11-03T02:57:37","modified_gmt":"2022-11-03T09:57:37","slug":"alkaline-foods-to-help-with-inflammation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dherbs.com\/articles\/diet-nutrition\/alkaline-foods-to-help-with-inflammation\/","title":{"rendered":"Alkaline Foods To Help With Inflammation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Inflammation is one of the leading root causes of disease today. Health conditions that have been linked to inflammation include heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and many others. A lot of people suffer from inflammation, but are unaware because they interpret symptoms as natural bodily processes. To fix the symptom, many people apply a bandage in the form of over-the-counter medications. This does not address the root of the problem, making it harder for healing to begin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Most Americans have veered from the natural practice of \u201ceating from the earth.\u201d By that, we mean that people have gravitated towards processed foods, refined carbohydrates, sugars, caffeinated beverages, and alcohol. All of these foods, in addition to dairy products<\/a>, poultry, eggs, and hormone-raised beef, induce inflammation<\/a>. It\u2019s important to remember that the plant world contains all of the necessary nutrients people need to survive. Additionally, plant-based foods are nutritionally dense and a lot of them are alkaline.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Various fruits and vegetables fall at different places on the pH scale<\/a>. A lot of animal-based foods are acidic, while plant-based foods tend to be more alkaline. It would behoove you to incorporate alkaline foods in your diet to reduce inflammation<\/a>, so we\u2019ve detailed some of our favorite alkaline foods below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Every root vegetable has alkalizing properties, but carrots stand out from the rest. People have been juicing carrots for years<\/a> to absorb the vitamin A & C content, both of which help to reduce oxidative stress and alkalize the body<\/a>. Try not to cook them too often because they become slightly acidic when cooked.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Spirulina is a true superfood that is packed with an amazing nutritional profile<\/a>. One teaspoon of spirulina contains four grams of protein, 80% of your recommended daily intake (RDI) of iron, and 800% of your RDI of vitamin A<\/a>. One teaspoon is all you need per day to help alkalize your blood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Bok choy doesn\u2019t receive a lot of attention and it isn\u2019t on the average person\u2019s grocery list. The antioxidants in bok choy help to naturally fight cancerous cells and reduce overall inflammation. Bok choy is also rich in vitamin C<\/a>, fiber, and vitamin K. Add this cruciferous green to salads, soups, and wraps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Speaking of greens, you should include kale, collards, and chard in your diet. The dark green color of these greens means that they are rich in chlorophyll, which has a cell structure that is very similar to human cells. Chlorophyll also helps to block the body\u2019s absorption of carcinogens<\/a>, which can lead to inflammation. Make sure to get your greens!<\/p>\n\n\n\nCarrots<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Spirulina<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Bok Choy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Dark Leafy Greens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Raw Pumpkin Seeds<\/h2>\n\n\n\n