What Is an Anti-Inflammatory Diet?
An anti-inflammatory diet focuses on eating foods that may help reduce chronic inflammation in the body, while limiting foods that may promote it. It's not a strict diet but rather a pattern of eating based on whole, nutrient-dense foods.
Key principles include:
- Eat more plants: Vegetables, fruits, whole grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds
- Choose healthy fats: Olive oil, fatty fish, avocados, and nuts
- Limit processed foods: Reduce ultra-processed foods, refined sugars, and processed meats
- Include omega-3s: Fatty fish, walnuts, flaxseeds, and chia seeds
- Add herbs and spices: Turmeric, ginger, garlic, and other flavourful additions
Note: NutraSafe is a food diary and tracking tool. While diet may play a role in inflammation, consult a healthcare professional for medical advice about inflammation-related conditions.
Foods to Emphasise vs. Limit
Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, sardines), leafy greens, berries, tomatoes, olive oil, nuts, turmeric, ginger, green tea
High-Fibre Foods
Whole grains, legumes, vegetables, fruits, nuts, and seeds support gut health and may reduce inflammation
Foods to Limit
Ultra-processed foods, refined sugars, refined carbohydrates, processed meats, excessive alcohol
Check Ingredients
Watch for added sugars, refined oils, artificial additives, and excessive sodium in packaged foods
How NutraSafe Helps
Track What You Eat
Log meals to build awareness of your eating patterns. See how many anti-inflammatory foods you're including daily.
Check Ingredients
Scan barcodes to see complete ingredient lists. Identify added sugars, processed oils, and additives in packaged foods.
Identify Ultra-Processed Foods
NutraSafe highlights additives and E-numbers. Spot ultra-processed foods and find less processed alternatives.
Monitor Plant Diversity
Track how many different plant foods you eat. Research suggests 30+ different plants per week supports gut health.
Start Tracking Your Diet
Log meals, check ingredients, and build anti-inflammatory eating habits.
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