Tips for starting an anti-inflammatory diet

For my final post this week, I am sharing a sample menu ideas from an article about creating your own anti-inflammatory diet plan. There are, of course, many other options but this should help anyone who is interested to get off to a good start!

Diet Menu
There are certain food items which help in the prevention of inflammation, and certain foods which cause inflammation. An anti-inflammatory diet is a healthy diet that ensures prevention of serious conditions. Here is a sample diet menu. Feel free to modify the menu. You can add your favorite dishes to the menu or remove the ones you don't like. However, keep in mind that the foods which you include in your menu are among anti-inflammatory foods.

Breakfast Ideas

Oatmeal

Mixed fruits with whole grain toast

Whole grain toast with almond butter spread and grape juice

Lunch Ideas

Salad and chicken with steamed vegetables

Turkey curry with brown rice

Apple with spinach (whole grain) sandwich

Dinner Ideas

Salmon and salad

Grilled chicken with brown rice

Baked sweet potatoes, mix-veg soup and rice

Snacks

Peaches

Cashews

Green Tea

Papaya

Mixed nuts

Source: Buzzle.com: Anti-inflammatory diet menu

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