10 Foods That Fight Inflammation
Inflammation Fighting Food #1: Fish Oil
Fish oil refers to oil that is obtained from the tissues of oily fish. It contains omega-3 fatty acids such as docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA). These compounds are believed to help improve hypertriglyceridemia (high triglyceride levels) and reduce inflammation in the body. The efficacy of fish oils has been widely studied with the most promising evidence showing support for the prevention of cardiac death.
The commonest dietary source of DHA and EPA is oily fish from cold water such as sardines, salmon, mackerel, herring, and anchovies. Tuna also contains omega-3 fatty acids but in a lesser amount. The fish obtains omega-3 oils from the plankton and algae in their diets. High intake of omega-3 fatty acids has been found to help reduce inflammation as it lowers the levels of C-reactive protein (CRP), interleukin 6 (IL-6), and tumor necrosis factor (TNF) alpha.
