Fight inflammation with these anti-inflammatory nutrients

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Chronic inflammation is a long term issue which further leads to serious health problems like asthma, osteoporosis, irritable bowel syndrome, etc. Although there is also an acute inflammation, it is quite different as it helps the body heal faster, whereas chronic inflammation is a sign that further serious health issues may occur.

Certain factors that lead to chronic inflammation are; unhealthy diet, smoking, inactive lifestyle, stress, alcohol, bad oral hygiene and also some environmental factors may lead to chronic inflammation.

To protect yourself against such inflammation try the below mentioned food and fruits which are rich in nutrients that reduce inflammation.

1. Vitamin C

Citrus fruits like lemon, oranges and even tomatoes are rich in Vitamin C, which is one of the strongest nutrients that have anti-inflammatory properties.

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2. Vitamin A

Mostly green vegetables like spinach, broccoli contain Vitamin A, which is again rich with anti-inflammatory properties. Other vegetables like sweet potato is also rich in Vitamin A

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3. Vitamin D

The most common source for Vitamin D is the sun (morning and evening sunlight would be the best). Other sources include fish, egg yolk and milk.

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4. Vitamin B

More amount of vitamin B is needed to fight inflammation. Rich sources for the same are Kale, mushrooms and even bell peppers which help combat inflammation.

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5. Vitamin K

Along with combating inflammation itself, this nutrient fights further issues like osteoporosis and certain heart conditions as well. Vegetables like cabbage, spinach and cauliflower are the rich sources of Vitamin K.