5 Ways to Reduce Inflammation

Reduce inflammation in the body is very important because it is a condition that can lead to serious medical conditions like heart disease and autoimmune disorders. How can I reduce the inflammation?
Hands, feet and other body parts become red, swollen, hot and painful are the symptoms of inflammation. Inflammation is the ability of our immune system to respond to an irritant.
For example, if the knee injury while exercising, the body's immune system will remove the protein, called C-reactive protein, leading to the knee injury and resulting pain, swelling and inflammation.
Inflammation is actually a condition of the body to prevent further damage. However, research also suggests that chronic inflammation may be the root cause of several chronic diseases such as autoimmune disorders and coronary heart disease.
Therefore it is very important for reducing inflammation as soon as possible. As quoted from eHow and Buzzle, Friday (30/04/2010), the following 5 ways to reduce inflammation, namely:
1. Eating foods rich in antioxidantsAntioxidants in addition can improve the circulation and digestive, also naturally reduces inflammation in the body.
Many conditions or diseases such as arthritis, digestive disorders, cataracts, high blood pressure, cancer, hypertension, birth defects, and so forth, can be avoided or cured by eating foods rich in antioxidants 5-9 times a day.
Examples of foods rich in antioxidants are strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, grapes, prunes, salmon, mackerel, broccoli, papaya, melon, beans, peppers, asparagus, sweet potatoes, carrots, pumpkin, apricots, tomatoes, olive oil , and chocolate.
2. Avoid processed foodsProcessed foods are foods that are packed in boxes, cans or fast food.
Processed foods contain saturated fats, trans fats, refined carbohydrates and preservatives which can increase inflammation throughout the body.
3. Drink plenty of water and avoid sugary drinksWater can keep you hydrated and helps digestion. In addition, green tea is also a good source of antioxidants, but avoid the use of sugar in the drink this tea.
4. Exercise regularlyExercising for 30-60 minutes 3 to 5 times a week will help you lose weight naturally, thus reducing the amount of pressure on your joints and ligaments. Less pressure means less inflammation in the body.
In addition, exercise such as brisk walking, jogging, cycling or swimming can make the body releases a compound called endorphins in the bloodstream, which will help relieve inflammation.
5. Reduce stressStress causes the release of several stress hormones in the body, causing inflammation.There are several ways to relieve stress and anxiety, such as aromatherapy, prayer, massage, and others, which can be used to soothe the soul.Reducing stress means to reduce inflammation. In addition, sleep also helps reduce inflammation. Make sure the body gets about 7-9 hours of sleep, so it can undo all the body's inflammatory response.