10 of the most powerful anti-inflammatory foods to keep in your kitchen

It's commonly used in Indian cuisine and can be added to curries, soups, stir-fries, or made into a soothing turmeric tea.

Turmeric

Add fresh ginger to dishes like stir-fries, soups, or smoothies, or brew it into a comforting ginger tea.

Ginger:

Berries such as strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries are rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, which help reduce inflammation.

Berries:

Incorporate fish into your diet by grilling, baking, or pan-searing it, or enjoy canned fish in salads or sandwiches.

Fatty Fish:

Leafy greens such as spinach, kale, and Swiss chard are packed with antioxidants and phytonutrients that combat inflammation.

Leafy Greens:

Snack on them raw, sprinkle them on salads or yogurt, or blend them into smoothies.

Nuts and Seeds:

Extra virgin olive oil is rich in oleocanthal, a compound with anti-inflammatory properties similar to ibuprofen.

Olive Oil:

Tomatoes are high in lycopene, an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory effects. Enjoy them fresh in salads, sandwiches, or sauces like marinara or salsa.

Tomatoes:

Green tea is loaded with antioxidants called catechins, which have potent anti-inflammatory effects. 

Green Tea:

Dark chocolate with a high cocoa content is rich in flavonoids, which have anti-inflammatory properties. Enjoy a square or two of dark chocolate as an occasional treat.

Dark Chocolate:

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