Understanding Inflammation and Nutritional Interventions
• The Connection Between Stress and Inflammation: cortisol, the
adrenal hormone associated with chronic stress, can be toxic to the
brain and adversely affect most chronic disorders.
• Anti-Inflammatory Nutrients: steroidal and non-steroidal anti-
inflammatory drugs and nutrients, e.g., ginger, willow, and
curcumin.
• Chronic Pain: affects anxiety, mood, and sleep; nutrients that
can reduce inflammation-related musculoskeletal, joint, and
neuropathic pain;reducing dependence on opioid analgesics.
• Anti-Inflammatory Foods: each disorder of chronic inflammation
has distinct combinations of inflammatory cytokines, e.g., cherries,
garlic, ginger (IL-1), curcumin, resveratrol (IL-6), garlic (IL-8), fish
oil, curcumin, garlic, ginger(TNF).
• Appetite Regulation: anti-inflammatory, resistant starches, low-
glycemic complex carbohydrates, fiber and healthy fats; a fact
check on popular diets, e.g., intermittent fasting.
• Cardio-Metabolic Disorders: the effectiveness of almonds, cap-
saicin, flax, eggs, green tea, pectin-containing foods and dietary
patterns.
• Hypertension: garlic, magnesium, cocoa, and curcumin when
used in combination with antihypertensives—a fact check.
• GI Inflammation: celiac disease, inflammatory bowel disorders
(Crohn’s and related conditions);role of an elimination diet.
• The Gut-Brain Axis, Mood, Anxiety and Diet: persistent
depression and generalized anxiety are linked to GI inflammation;
the pros and cons of probiotics and GI-healthy foods.
• Mood, Antidepressants and Diet: anti-inflammatory effects of
antidepressants; nutrient profiling for depression, e.g., omega-3s;
long-term benefits of a plant-based diet.
• Neuroprotective Foods: aspects of the Mediterranean, Okinawan
and plant-based diets, reduced neuroinflammation, and lower risk
of Alzheimer's disease.
• Sleep Helps Remove Neurotoxins: the clearance of inflammatory
beta-amyloid and tau occurs during restorative, slow-wave sleep;
the connection between diet and restorative sleep.
Habits of An Anti-Inflammatory Lifestyle
• Healthy Sources of Stress: stress-resilient habits that protect the
brain and body by preparing us to cope with everyday and life-
altering physical and mental stressors.
• Anti-Inflammatory Physical Activity: how moderate and regular
exercise stimulates anti-inflammatory cytokines and normalizes
cortisol.
• Meaning-Based Anti-Inflammatory Activities: reaching out to
friends and loved ones produces wellbeing and reduces stress-
related inflammation.
• Adopting Guidelines of the Inflammatory Food Index: identifying
the most anti-inflammatory foods, spices, and nutrients.
• Preventing and Managing Chronic Conditions: an evidence-
based approach that supports incorporating phytochemicals in a
plant-based diet.
• Nutritional Strategies for the Aging Brain: natural sources of
trace elements, vitamin B complex, C, D, E, CoQ10, lipoic acid;
cognitive-protecting nutrients including green tea, blueberries, and
curcumin.
• Restorative Sleep: lifestyle guidelines for improving sleep quality
in health professionals and older adults through mindfulness
meditation to deepen sleep while reducing depression, fatigue and
inflammation.
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