Counteracting Chronic Inflammation With Healthy Eating

Experts recommend that proper nutrition can help with a bevy of inflammatory conditions, including IBS, PMS, and thyroiditis.

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Have you ever considered that consuming the wrong foods or using inappropriate household products could lead to chronic inflammation? Research has demonstrated that coronary artery disease, cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease are all related to inflammatory responses. Insomnia, depression, and irritable bowel syndrome may also stem from chronic inflammation in the body.

On the “Health 1+1” program, Lucy Ho, the founder of the Taiwan Integrative and Functional Medicine Education Center (IFECTW) and a registered dietitian, shares insights on preventing and improving inflammation through nutritional approaches.

Malnutrition-Induced Chronic Inflammation

In today’s fast-paced world, people have less time to cook and are increasingly relying on processed foods, frozen meals, and microwaveable options, Ms. Ho said. However, these foods are low in nutrients and high in calories.