Omega-3 fatty acids According to a study published in the Current Drug Delivery, omega-3 fatty acids encourage soothing of the prostaglandins (lipid compounds) and reduce the production of inflammation. Another study found that women with low levels of omega-3 fatty acids were 82% more likely to develop endometriosis. There are two types of fatty acids, DHA and EPA. Long-chain omega-3 fatty acids are EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). Rich sources of

As mentioned in last week's blog, you have it within your power to reduce the amount of inflammation in your body by making lifestyle and dietary changes. For the most part, most people have control over what they eat and therefore it is imperative to make healthier choices that will protect the body against buildup of inflammation. Based on many different studies, the below are among the best anti-inflammatory foods that should be a part of every healthy diet. Avocados Avoca

Inflammation is not all bad if there is a healthy balance in the body. In younger individuals, the body’s immune system creates an inflammatory response to help us heal or fight off viruses or bacteria that can cause us to become ill. Once the job is done, the inflammation subsides until the next time it is needed. However, as we age, our immune system’s ability to balance inflammatory responses in the body decreases. Therefore, our immune system triggers inflammatory respon