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Kymythy’s Kitchen Nutrition: Natural Anti-inflammatories
by Kymythy R. Schultze, C.N.
www.kymythy.com
Dear
Kymythy,
Are there any foods that may help with muscle stiffness, aches, and
pains?
There are many delicious foods that contain natural anti-inflammatory
compounds. But first, let’s make sure you’re not consuming foods that
are actually increasing your discomfort.
Sugar really disrupts your body chemistry in many negative ways and can
make your body and mind feel tired and achy. People often crave sugar,
which comes in many forms, when their body feels sluggish and they want
a boost of energy. Unfortunately, while the immediate rise in blood
sugar may give you a short-lived burst, the drop in blood sugar that
soon follows will make you feel worse than before. Caffeine works in a
similar manner; quick boost, then long fall. It wouldn’t be a surprise
if the mornings you wake up with especially stiff achy muscles followed
an evening before that contained a sugary dessert, alcohol (another form
of sugar), or coffee.
If you need a snack after dinner, before bed, or anytime, try eating
some good protein instead. A handful of raw nuts or seeds will provide
you with nutrients that help steady your blood sugar and provide the
amino acids that muscles need to be in good health. Make sure the nuts
or seeds are fresh and raw. When they’re roasted or toasted, they become
rancid and detrimental to health.
You definitely want to increase your consumption of foods rich in
antioxidants as these repair cell damage and help make you feel better
all over. Raw veggies are loaded with antioxidants, so include them with
every meal. Other foods with powerful anti-inflammatory action include
ginger, bromelain, and the omega-3 fats in fish.
Ginger is a potent anti-inflammatory and antioxidant. Try grating some
into juice, tea or your favorite recipes. Bromelain is an
anti-inflammatory found in fresh pineapple and the stem is especially
rich in it. As for omega-3 fats found in fish, this is one of the few
times I will recommend that you take them in supplement form.
Unfortunately, fish is so contaminated with toxins these days, that it’s
best not to eat it too often. But, because the omega-3 essential fatty
acids are so beneficial to your body in numerous ways, I do recommend
that you take good quality fish body oil daily. It's anti-inflammatory
and lubricating to joints and muscles, among other benefits. You might
try making a great beverage with fresh pineapple and ginger. Add a spoon
of fish oil (there are great tasting ones out there) and you’ve got a
super smoothie to keep you moving smoothly!
About
the Author:
Kymythy R. Schultze is a Clinical Nutritionist (C.N.) and has been a
trailblazer in the field of nutrition for nearly two decades. For
healthy delicious recipes, check out her book “The
Natural Nutrition No-Cook Book” and for your pet’s health “Natural Nutrition for
Dogs and Cats” both published by Hay House, Inc. Please visit
Kymythy’s website at
www.kymythy.com .
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