| Simple Ways to Beat Inflammation By Chauncey Crandall, M.D. Chronic inflammation may be the root cause of many diseases. Here are some common diseases caused by inflammation and how you can put out the fire: Special: The Shocking Truth About Magnesium Heart disease. According to research, people who consume five or more servings of nuts per week have lower levels of certain inflammation markers. The best choices to reduce your risk of heart disease are almonds, pistachios, walnuts, cashews, Brazil nuts, and hazelnuts. Alzheimer’s. Inflammation can be seen in the brains of people prone to Alzheimer’s disease as early as 20 years before the onset. Protect your brain with healthy fatty foods like salmon, rich in omega-3 fatty acids. You can also take fat-soluble vitamins such as A, C, E, and K. Cancer. Insufficient vitamin D has been associated with many diseases, but research shows that taking this vitamin along with losing weight reduces the risk of inflammation dramatically in women with breast cancer. |
Peppermint oil is often utilised for digestive symptoms, but if not diluted right it can increase the discomfort
Rosemary oil can encourage hair growth, but if too concentrated can induce hair loss
Neat lavender oil can cause skin irritation, but used correctly it can even out skin tone and soothe inflammation
St John’s wort is widely used for low mood, but in large doses can cause anxiety
