There are several anti-inflammatory vegetarian diets that are not only plant-powered and sustainable but also grounded in research. These eating patterns emphasize whole, minimally processed foods, healthy fats, and a rainbow of phytonutrients that fight inflammation naturally. An anti-inflammatory vegetarian diet helps reduce inflammation by giving your body foods that fight off the causes of chronic inflammation, like oxidative stress, high blood sugar, and gut imbalance.

How Anti-inflammatory Vegetarian Diets help to reduce chronic inflammation?

1. High in antioxidants: These antioxidants neutralize free radicals, which are unstable molecules that cause inflammation and cell damage.

 2. Balances blood sugar: Big blood sugar spikes can trigger inflammation, so keeping blood sugar steady means a calmer, happier body.

3. Rich in healthy fats: These “good fats” reduce the production of inflammatory chemicals in the body.

4. Supports healthy guts: A vegetarian diet rich in fiber feeds good gut bacteria. A healthy gut microbiome naturally produces anti-inflammatory compounds and helps regulate your immune system.

5. Low in pro-inflammatory foods: No red or processed meats which can trigger inflammation. Limited refined sugars, refined carbs, and processed oils.

Four types of vegetarian diets one can follow to reduce chronic inflammation explained in the next few slides-

References:

• https://plantbasedrds.com/
• https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/322897\ https://www.jeffersonhealth.org/your-health/living-well/the-best-foods-for-an-anti-inflammatory-diet
• https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2161831322007001
• https://www.bluezones.com/recipes/food-guidelines/

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