Anti-inflammatories are substances that help reduce inflammation in the body, which can be the result of infection, injury, autoimmune diseases or chronic stress.
Inflammation is a natural defense response of the body, but chronic inflammation can lead to the development of many diseases, such as rheumatoid arthritis, heart disease and diabetes. Anti-inflammatories are divided into pharmacological, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and natural, such as herbs and botanicals. One popular natural anti-inflammatories is curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric.
Curcumin has strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, making it an effective support in the treatment of inflammation of the joints, the circulatory system and chronic inflammatory diseases. Other natural anti-inflammatories include ginger, green tea, omega-3 from fish and flaxseed, and vitamin C. Introducing natural anti-inflammatories into your diet can help maintain health and prevent many diseases, but it is worth consulting your doctor before using them, especially for people taking medications.