Yellows Fight Inflammation

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Have you ever sprained an ankle or been crippled with body aches and had a friend or doctor suggest you treat it with turmeric? That’s because turmeric is one of the most potent healers of the yellow family, reputed for its anti-inflammatory properties. And the impact of this benefit is non-negligible.

Persistent inflammation in the body is considered a major driver of many modern day diseases, including diabetes, cancer, heart disease, arthritis, and dementia. And diet can be the cause. Consumption of refined grains, processed foods, fried foods, and foods with high sugar-content can all cause inflammation, so avoiding foods that signal trouble is equally important as consuming foods that fight it.

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PERSISTENT INFLAMMATION IN THE BODY IS CONSIDERED A MAJOR DRIVER OF MANY MODERN DAY DISEASES [A]ND DIET CAN BE THE CAUSE.
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Yellow foods are potent in anti-inflammatory benefits thanks to phenolic compounds and enzymes that help blunt the inflammatory response, such as phenol circumin, yellow flavonoids, and dark yellow carotenoids found in this family’s fruits and vegetables. Yellow foods also contain antioxidants that scavenge free radicals in the body, preventing them from causing further damage.

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HERE ARE A FEW YELLOW FOODS RICH IN NUTRIENT BENEFITS:

Turmeric, Ginger, Golden Beets, Pineapple, Saffron, Yellow Chili Pepper, Flaxseed, and some friends of the family: Kiwi, and Virgin Olive Oil.

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