Yesterday a patient of mine asked why should we fight inflammation. Is it a good thing? And I realized that many people know about anti-inflammatory diets and foods before understading what inflammation is. So, do we have to fight it? In simple words, there is acute inflammation (good) and chronic inflammation (bad). The acute inflammation is a natural response of our body when faced with a patogen (bacteria, virus etc) or a physical trauma (you cut your finger while cooking). This type of inflammation is easily recognizable: heat, redness, pain. The chronic inflammation is when the body fights an invisible "possible" enemy, so no symptoms, no clear signs, however it is called chronic for a reason: it lasts for weeks, months or even years until one realize it is there. We have to fight this one! So here where an anti-inflammatory diets comes at hand. You can find more about in the free couse (Check Classroom). Have a great weekend and enjoy your food !

Swap THIS for THAT (Inflammation Edition) Healing doesn’t have to mean restriction; it means replacement. Here is the simplest swap you can make in your pantry today to lower your inflammatory load: Instead of ................................Refined Seed Oils (Canola/Soy/Sunflower) Try this.....................................Extra Virgin Olive Oil Why? .......................................High in oleocanthal (acts like natural ibuprofen). And also because the refined seed oils are not good for our bodies. They are processed with high heat and chemical solvents that leave them structurally unstable. When you consume these highly processed fats, you’re flooding your system with an excess of Omega-6 fatty acids. While we need some Omega-6, the modern diet has pushed this ratio to a point that triggers a persistent pro-inflammatory state. These oils are easily oxidized, and once they're in your cell membranes, they create metabolic "noise" that disrupts your body’s natural healing signals. What do you usually use in your kitchen?