The A-Z of my Fave Anti-Inflammatory Foods

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Like most people, I have a lot of inflammation. My favorite anti-inflammatory foods are rich in fiber, protein, low in gluten/sugar/dairy, and (most importantly) tasty!! I'm going to put them in alphabetical order because I'm obsessive...
  1. Avocado - literally my favorite food. It's so creamy and makes an awesome substitute for cheese! I can literally eat an avocado whole with a spoon. They have a good amount of calories, so they can even make a good meal substitute if you're in a rush, and they're full of healthy fats that keep you full. They're also super rich in potassium, which is great for menstrual cramps. Plus, they come in their own wrapper. ;)
  2. Beets. I love anything that smells or tastes earthy makes my mouth water. I love the 'dirty' flavor of beets. But the reason they're so great for people with inflammation, especially uterine-bodied people, is because they're PACKED with iron.  I think I read somewhere that beets have just as much iron as a steak??
  3. Broccoli. Ok, TMI time: Broccoli is one of the only veggies that can get me to poop. They're packed with fiber and SO good for bowel health. I also love riced broccoli. It fills me up like regular rice, but without the carbs and calories.
  4. Cauliflower: again, I love it as a rice substitute. It's like a blank canvas, too. You can season it in so many ways and it just soaks up the flavor.
  5. Chicken: a good staple to have around, especially if you don't eat red meat like I don't. Just like cauliflower, you can cook and season it in a million different ways and it always tastes good. Chicken is like my old pair of Chucks -- It might be slightly boring, but I can always rely on it to keep me comfy and it goes with everything.
  6. Dates: Dates are sweet and delicious without any added sugar, they give me a nice energy boost and they are also packed with fiber. (I need a lot of fiber in my life, don't judge me.)
  7. Eggs: I literally eat eggs for two out of my three meals a day. I love eggs. They have so much protein and vitamin D in them! Really good for the winter when you're not getting enough sun.
  8. Grapes (frozen): I love me a cold sweet treat. Especially in the evening. So I've taken to popping bunches of grapes in the freezer! (Shoutout to my nana for introducing me to this frosty treat when I was a young girl.) I find myself reaching for the grapes instead of my pint of vegan Ben and Jerry's, because although they have a ton of natural sugar, they're good for you and low in calories.
  9. Kale: all dark leafy greens are awesome for your body. I try to eat a serving of dark leafy greens every day. They're full of magnesium, selenium, and other inflammation and pain fighting minerals.
  10. Mango: I love frozen mango cubes in my smoothies! It adds an awesome sweetness.
  11. Oats: Oats are a great whole grain, super packed with fiber. I like eating oats with chia seeds first thing in the morning. It keeps me full for a long time, and helps form bulk in your gut to make pooping easier. Oats are super easy to digest and great for sensitive tummies.
  12. Oranges: as my mom used to call them, liquid sunshine. They're full of anti-oxidants, vitamin C and D, and electrolytes.
  13. Peach: I love super sweet fruit. I have a total sweet tooth. Peach is great in smoothies, or grilled on a cast iron pan and drizzled with coconut cream (unngfg, yum)
  14. Zucchini: my favorite way to eat zucchini is in the form of a ZUCCHINI NOODLE. I love noodles!!! 

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