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Nutrition in focus: the anti-inflammatory diet

Inflammation refers to our body’s process of fighting against things that harm it, like infections, injuries and toxins, in an attempt to heal itself. When something damages your cells, your body releases chemicals that trigger a response from your immune system.

How do you know if you have inflammation in the body?

Symptoms may include:

1. Redness.
2. A swollen joint that may be warm to the touch.
3. Joint pain.
4. Joint stiffness.
5. A joint that doesn't work as well as it should.

Health experts recommend that a diet rich in antioxidants and staying hydrated are great ways to reduce inflammation in the body. Water is specifically recommended because it can flush toxins and other irritants out of the body.

The best way to detect inflammation is by measuring high-sensitivity C-reactive protein and white blood cell

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