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The Anti-Inflammatory Grocery List

Written by DHU | Aug 5, 2025 4:03:48 AM

Essentials for Real Results

Chronic inflammation is behind so many modern health issues, fatigue, bloating, acne, brain fog, joint pain, and even accelerated aging.

The solution? Start in your kitchen.

Hereโ€™s a grocery list designed to naturally lower inflammation and fuel your body with real, glow-inducing foods.

๐Ÿ“ Whole Foods That Fight Inflammation

1. Berries: Blueberries, raspberries, strawberries
Packed with antioxidants that protect your cells

2. Leafy Greens: Kale, rocket, spinach
High in polyphenols, fiber, and chlorophyll

3. Cruciferous Veg: Broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, Brussels sprouts
Support detox and balance hormones

4. Fatty Fish: Wild salmon, sardines, mackerel
Rich in omega-3s that directly lower inflammation

5. Extra Virgin Olive Oil: Cold-pressed only
Full of heart-loving, anti-inflammatory compounds

6. Avocados: Healthy fats + antioxidants = cellular protection

7. Herbs & Spices:Turmeric, ginger, garlic, rosemary
Act like natural anti-inflammatory medicine

๐Ÿš Smart Carbs That Nourish

  • Sweet potato

  • Pumpkin

  • Quinoa

  • Brown rice

  • Rolled oats

These fuel your body without spiking your blood sugar (aka less inflammation and energy crashes).

๐Ÿฅœ Healing Fats & Plant Proteins

  • Chia seeds

  • Walnuts

  • Almonds

  • Hemp seeds

  • Tahini

  • Chickpeas & lentils (if tolerated)

๐Ÿšซ Foods to Avoid (or Minimise)

  • Refined seed oils (canola, soybean, corn)

  • Ultra-processed snacks & cereals

  • Sugar-heavy drinks

  • Processed meats

  • Artificial sweeteners

These trigger inflammation at the cellular level and disrupt gut health.

๐Ÿ›’ Bonus: Easy Add-Ons

  • Bone broth (gut + joint support)

  • Fermented foods (sauerkraut, kefir, kimchi)

  • Dark chocolate (85%+)

  • Green tea or matcha

  • Collagen peptides

  • Herbal teas (peppermint, ginger, tulsi)

โœ… Bottom Line

You donโ€™t need to overhaul everything overnight. Just start swapping in more anti-inflammatory ingredients and crowd out the processed ones. Your skin, gut, energy, and hormones will thank you.

Glowing from the inside out? It starts in your shopping cart ๐Ÿ›’โœจ