Persistent systemic internal inflammation can be a real foe. This condition causes a number of serious ailments.

Systemic inflammation it is associated with the development of degenerative disease. The increased risk for chronic diseases like arthritis, heart disease, even cancer is linked to chronic inflammatory processes.

You should be good to your body and reduce the negative impact of systemic chronic inflammation on your health and well being.

• Inflammation of the blood vessels and arteries can give rise to hardening of the arteries, atherosclerosis and heart disease.
• Inflammation of the digestive tract is a major factor in digestive problems or inflammatory bowel disease including Crohns disease and ulcerative colitis.
• Inflammation of the airways plays a part in the development of allergies, asthma and other respiratory problems.
• One of the main causes of inflammation is low-grade bacterial, viral, and fungal infections in the bloodstream and organs. 
• Inflammation can be triggered by many things other than bacteria and viruses.
• Many environmental factors trigger chronic inflammation.
• Constant elevated production of stress hormones can cause chronic inflammation
• Psychological, emotional or physical stress secretes the stress hormones that raise the level of cortisol 

Regardless of the source of the inflammatory process, it is critical to deal swiftly with the cause. If you reduce bodily inflammation you'll significantly lower your risk for chronic disease.

Certain self-care dietary practices can be beneficial to mnimize the inflammatory process

1. Dietary habits play a central role in moderating the inflammatory processes.
2. A healthy diet matters. Choose foods that fight inflammation.
3. Remove from your diet any foods that increase the amount of inflammation in your body.
4. An anti-inflammatory diet can help you increase your energy, vitality and quality of life.
5. Foods that tackle inflammation include leafy green vegetables and fruits, especially dark berries.
6. Eat oily fish rich in omega 3 fatty acids and  use healthy oils
7. Add ginger and some turmeric to your food list.
8. It is also a good thing to drink plenty of water.
9. Avoid refined foods, saturated fats, trans fats, sugars and fried foods.
10. Minimize your use of red meats.

Knowing the kinds of foods that combat inflammation and those that trigger inflammation. Adhering to anti-inflammatory foods is one of your best defences to not fall victim of systemic inflammation.

As you prepare your shopping lists, be very cognizant of the foods you are selecting.

Also, keep in mind other good health habits that help to limit inflammation. These include getting adequate sleep, sustaining a healthy weight and engaging in appropriate exercise. All are essential to give systemic chronic inflammation the boot.