The anti-inflammatory diet and CBD

La dieta antiinflamatoria y el CBD
The anti-inflammatory diet, internationally recognized and promoted by multiple doctors in the USA (Dr. Mercola MD or Dr. Andrew Weil MD), is a powerful ally of CBD oil to lead a healthy lifestyle and reduce the risk of multiple diseases. Inflammation is the acute response to tissue damage that produces characteristic symptoms and usually resolves spontaneously. Currently, what is known as chronic inflammation has been identified, an important factor in the development of any disease and the loss of youth at a biological level. Chronic inflammation can be caused by various factors such as cellular stress due to:
  • Excessive calorie consumption.
  • High blood sugar levels.
  • Oxidative stress.
  • An inflammatory diet
Today, scientists have fully accepted the destructive capacity of chronic inflammation on physiological processes (Karin et al. 2006). These harmful effects of chronic inflammation are due to its silent nature, i.e. the symptoms are not perceived by either the patient or the physicians. Once chronic inflammation is triggered, it can persist undetected for years, spreading cellular damage throughout the body. Low-level chronic inflammation could be threatening your health right now without you even realizing it. In this article, you can learn what the anti-inflammatory diet is all about and how to apply it in your daily life. What is the anti-inflammatory diet? To fully understand the reasons for the inflammatory diet, it is first necessary to understand that inflammation is a natural and necessary response of the body to prevent infections or tissue damage (Medzhitov 2008). The following list of foods shows the main pro- inflammatory (promoting chronic inflammation) foods in the diet of many people in our society:
  • Sugars: especially refined white sugar, devoid of its minerals and vitamins, and artificial sweeteners such as Aspartame, Acesulfamate-K and others.
  • Cooking oils: very high in Omega 6 and low in Omega 3. Examples: refined sunflower, rapeseed, canola, cottonseed oil.
  • Trans fats: increase levels of “bad” or LDL cholesterol and lower levels of “good” or HDL cholesterol. They promote inflammation, obesity, and insulin resistance. They are found in products that contain hydrogenated fats such as vegetable margarine.
  • Dairy products: Researchers have found that digesting milk beyond infancy is not normal, let alone milk from other animals. These products cause inflammatory reactions such as digestive stress, skin problems such as psoriasis and acne. There are more tolerable exceptions that will be discussed in the anti-inflammatory diet.
  • Industrial meat products: from animals fed with feed high in Omega 6, pesticides, antibiotics and hormones. This includes red meat and all sausages.
  • Alcohol: It has recently been discovered that ALL alcohol in any amount is pro-inflammatory. Moderation is the key.
  • Refined grains and cereals: many of them, especially wheat, have been genetically modified to increase their gluten content, since this protein is addictive and causes a lot of intestinal inflammation.
  • Food additives: all the E's that mysteriously appear in the ingredients of industrially packaged foods have the sole purpose of giving food a good appearance and flavour, with toxic consequences, in many cases, for our health.
Food groups of the anti-inflammatory diet
  • Carbohydrates: An adult should consume an average of 250 grams of carbohydrates.
You have to look for foods with a lower glycemic index, that is, those that raise blood sugar in a sustained manner. Foods to include are: grains, preferably gluten-free, such as brown rice (all varieties), millet, teff, quinoa, buckwheat and corn. Organic wheat, spelt, kamut or rye products such as pasta, sourdough bread and sprouted bread can be consumed in smaller quantities than the above, depending on the digestive strength of each person. Sweet potatoes are a very good source of carbohydrates rich in nutrients such as vitamin A and potassium. Potatoes, in moderation, and unfried, also fall into this category.
  • Fats: Extra virgin olive oil, avocado, walnuts, almonds, cashews, macadamia nuts, Omega 3 rich seeds such as hemp, chia, flax, black and white sesame as well as sesame oil, pumpkin seed oil, hemp, avocado, coconut and flax. Animal sources of fat include wild salmon, sardines, fish oil (wild-caught), krill oil, unsalted organic butter, ghee (Ayurvedic clarified butter).
  • Protein : Eat less protein if you have kidney or liver problems, allergies or autoimmune diseases. The need for protein is very relative and depends on the physical type of the person. To find out what your real need is, take a test to determine if you are a fast, slow or mixed oxidizer .
The general guideline to follow is to reduce the amount of animal protein consumed, since it is the one that increases inflammation the most due to the following factors: it raises inflammation markers, the risk of type 2 diabetes, type 1 Growth Factor, the risk of heart disease and most diseases (Alisson-Silva et al, 2016). The exception would be oily fish such as wild salmon, sardines, some seafood and organic eggs, due to their high content of the anti-inflammatory Omega 3. The ideal protein in the anti-inflammatory diet is, above all, of plant origin, such as that from legumes, seeds, soy, nuts and cereals, as well as that contained in vegetables and algae. In smaller quantities and with complementary benefits, we find wild fish rich in Omega 3, organic meat and chicken (occasionally).
  • Phytonutrients: To achieve good protection against diseases associated with both aging (including cardiovascular, cancer and neurodegenerative diseases) and environmental pollution, consume a wide variety of fruits, vegetables and mushrooms.
Choose fruits and vegetables in all color ranges, especially berries, tomatoes, orange and yellow fruits and vegetables, and green leafy vegetables. Choose organic foods, you will avoid a lot of chemicals and pesticides. Eat cruciferous vegetables regularly (the cabbage and broccoli family), they contain. It includes drinks with a high content of polyphenols (natural antioxidants) such as white, green, and black tea and organic coffee (conventional coffee is one of the crops with the most pesticides in the world).
  • Alcohol : If you drink alcohol regularly, choose red wine as it contains resveratrol, an antioxidant that reduces the harmful effects of alcohol.
  • Minerals and vitamins
The best way to get all the minerals and vitamins you need on a daily basis is to eat a diet high in fresh vegetables and fruits. Additionally, you can supplement with the following combination of antioxidants:
  • Vitamin C, 200mg to 1000mg per day.
  • Vitamin E. Most adults should limit their intake of this vitamin to 100-200 IU per day (a mixture of tocopherols and tocotrienols).
  • Selenium, 100 to 200 micrograms per day.
  • A mixture of carotenes, 10,000-15,000 IU per day.
A high-quality product, with all these nutrients and many more, is Spectro Energy from Solaray. Super allies of the anti-inflammatory diet If you still want to include something extra that enhances the healthy anti-inflammatory effect of this diet, we recommend the following:
  • If you don't eat oily fish like salmon twice a week, you can take a fish oil supplement, either in capsule or liquid form (2-3 grams a day in a product containing DHA and EPA). Look for a product that has quality seals, free of heavy metals and other contaminants.
  • Our favorite ally to combat inflammation is Beemine's 10% concentration CBD oil, a powerful harmonizer of physiological and cognitive functions.
  • If you don't consume turmeric and ginger on a regular basis, start including them in your diet! Although they are powerful in powder form, the raw root provides an extra antioxidant benefit.
  • Add Coenzyme Q10: 60-100 milligrams in a gel capsule with main meals.
  • If you are prone to metabolic syndrome, take Alpha Lipoic Acid (ALA) 100 to 400 mg daily.
  • Finally, make sure you drink quality water, either through a microfiltering system (e.g. Alkalnatur) or you can get your own water from a nearby spring.
To be continued…! We hope you enjoyed the first article on the anti-inflammatory diet. In the next chapters we will expand on the information about each of the sections and specific foods to have a bulletproof body! Written by: Diego Colodrón Literature
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