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flaxseed oil, red palm oil and pumpkin
seed oil all have a variety of unique
flavors and health benefits.
• Eat an abundance of greens such as
broccoli, chard, spinach, bok choy,
Brussels sprouts, kale, collards, arugula,
tatsoi, broccolini, broccoli rabe, etc.
• Bone broth is a superfood that is
deeply nourishing for cellular health, the
immune system, gut biome, hormones,
joints and muscles
• Organically grown vegetables are free
of the toxins in conventionally grown
produce which cause inflammation.
Organically grown produce and naturally
raised animals (such as 100% grass-fed
beef) are rich in the micronutrients that
lead to vibrant health
• For a healthy gut microbiome,
natural sources of probiotics include
sauerkraut, Japanese natto, kombucha,
kefir and yogurt. Kefir and yogurt
are not appropriate for those with
What can I do to reduce or prevent dairy sensitivities. Most commercial
inflammation? yogurt is loaded with sugar and is not
recommended.
Here is a list of factors that facilitate • Get blood and urine lab tests such
a reduction in inflammation to as those by Genova Diagnostics and
healthy levels: SpectraCell Laboratories which can
identify specific nutritional deficiencies.
• A diet low in sugar and carbs and Quicksilver Scientific is a leading-edge
high in healthy fats such as a ketogenic resource for testing and treatment of
(“keto”) diet or a paleo diet. (A modified heavy metals.
ketogenic diet with reduced animal • Probiotic supplements such as a SBO
protein works well for many individuals). (soil-based organisms) probiotic and/
• When looking to increase the intake or a spore-based probiotic are excellent
of healthy oils, almond oil, sesame oil, choices. There are also probiotic
hemp oil, macadamia nut oil, walnut oil, soaps, household cleaning products,
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