FIND THE RIGHT FOOD BALANCE FOODS THAT CAUSE AND REDUCE INFLAMMATION
BLUEBERRIES: Many studies call blueberries one of the best fruits you can eat to ease symptoms of inflammation. These blue orbs of goodness are packed with antioxidants, vitamin C, polyphenols, and so much more. Eat a handful every day! SALMON: As a source of healthy fats and omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is one of the best protein choices for people with inflammatory conditions, or for those who want to keep inflammation at bay. BROCCOLI: One of the most nutritious and easily accessible vegetables around, the little green buds that cover the tops of broccoli are loaded with anti-inflammatory compounds.
The food you eat plays a major role in how your body functions on the cellular level. Some foods can wreak havoc on your body, while others can make you feel great. This is especially true when it comes to that all-too- common ailment, inflammation.
Refined carbs: Basically anything made from white flour falls into this category, including bread, pasta, baked goods, and cereals. Research suggests that refined carbs may be a bigger contributing factor than fat in obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. ALCOHOL: Too much alcohol puts a burden on your liver, an organ that helps flush toxins out of the body. You know all of those detox diets? They don’t work. In fact, the only way to detox is to let your liver do its job. When you consume alcohol, it’s harder for the liver to pump out the toxins in your body. When it can’t do its job properly, the result is inflammation.
Here are a few examples of foods that lead to inflammation:
SUGAR: One of the biggest culprits behind inflammation, sugar is far worse than eating fatty foods. It’s best to skip foods that have added sugar (and this includes sugar of any kind, including corn syrup, fructose, and sucrose). Many manufacturers now label food with more specific kinds of sugar to hide the fact that they added sugar to their product. Be sure to read labels carefully!
Now, for the good stuff. Eat these foods to reduce inflammation:
A FALL WITHOUT SPRAINS TIPS FOR SAFE PLAY THIS SEASON
Each fall, athletes of all ages will get back out onto their chosen track, court, or field. We’re big sports fans here at the Law Office of Elliott Kanter, and many of us will be getting outdoors too. While we can’t give you any better game advice than your coaches can, we can share some useful tips to help you prevent injuries during play. RESPECT THE RULES As a law firm, we feel like we have to lead with this important point. Much like the laws in our country, the rules and regulations of most sports aren’t just about ensuring fair play; they’re about keeping people safe. Clothesline tackles in football, for example, are illegal because of how dangerous they are. Making sure you follow all the rules and regulations of your chosen sport (including wearing all the right equipment) is about safety as much as it’s about good sportsmanship. ALWAYS, ALWAYS STRETCH BEFOREHAND The absolute best way to minimize the risk of a sports injury is to ensure your muscles and joints are limber before play. The kind of stretches that will most benefit you may change depending on the sport, but taking the time to do them should be a universal priority. Even if you’re
late to practice, the time spent getting warmed up is always preferable to sitting out the rest of the season thanks to tennis elbow or a torn rotator cuff. IF IT HURTS, STOP. IF IT KEEPS HURTING, GO TO A PROFESSIONAL From our experience representing folks in personal injury cases, we can say with confidence that it’s never a good idea to ignore pain. If you’re hurting during play, take a breather. If the pain persists, it could be a sign you have an injury or are close to sustaining one. It’s best to see a doctor or physical therapist and get their professional opinion. Our firm has helped many victims of car accidents and other injuries find the professional care they need. We’d be more than happy to share these resources with you regardless of the nature of your injury.
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