Inflammation is the immune system's natural response to treating injury and fighting infection--great when you're healing a cut or fighting germs, but not so great when it's a chronic condition. There are several measures that can help with chronic inflammation, but one of the simplest is changing what you eat. A diet rich in whole grains, fruits, vegetables, lean proteins and healthy fats can contribute to better health, including managing the symptoms of inflammation. Healthy and delicious recipes for snacks, soups, salads, entrées, smoothies and more will get you started on your wellness journey and help keep you on track.
Chapters include: Smoothies; Breakfast and Breads; Salads; Soups and Stews; Protein Mains; Vegetarian Mains; Vegetables and Sides; and Snacks and Nibbles.
A 20-page introduction gives the basics of anti-inflammatory eating, including a chart of foods to eat, limit and avoid
Start the day with Avocado Toast, Overnight Chia Oat Pudding or Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal.
Try a salad or make-ahead grain bowl for lunches: Crunchy Kale Salad, Protein Power Salad, Mediterranean-Style Chopped Salad, Farro with Butternut Squash and Kale and Ginger Tofu Bow are all great options.
Make a protein-packed dinner like Crustless Spinach Quiche, Orange-Glazed Salmon, Turkey Grain Bowl or Lentil Sloppy Joes.
Snack on healthy Spicy Baked Sweet Potato Chips, Cauliflower Hummus and Butternut Squash Oven Fries instead of processed snacks and junk food.
More than 95 recipes.
Most recipes are accompanied by a full-color photo.
