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Anti-inflammatory foods are good. Why?

  Why are anti-inflammatory foods good for you? Anti-inflammatory foods are considered good for you because they can help reduce chronic inflammation in the body, which is associated with a wide range of health problems, including heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and various autoimmune diseases. Chronic inflammation is a long-term, systemic immune response that can damage healthy tissues and lead to the development of these health issues. Specific examples follow. a.       Reducing Chronic Inflammation: Anti-inflammatory foods contain compounds that can help reduce the production of pro-inflammatory molecules in the body, such as cytokines and prostaglandins. This can help lower overall inflammation levels. b.       Protecting Against Chronic Diseases: Chronic inflammation is a common factor in the development of many chronic diseases. Consuming anti-inflammatory foods can help lower the risk of these diseases by mitigating the underlying inflammation. c.       Supporting Immun