Dark leafy greens are packed with vitamin E, which can protect the body from inflammation!  The calcium, iron and nutrients in the dark greens are so much better than the light ones.  Plus I’m a firm believer that kale gives you super powers.

Crock Pot Sweet Potato Mushroom & Kale Red Curry

30 Minute Kale Tortellini Soup

Crustless Kale, Mushroom & Feta Quiche

Almonds are rich in inflammation-fighting healthy omega-3 fats!

Peppermint Fudge Energy Bites

Crock Pot Granola

Beets vivid color means amazing antioxidants!  Beets and beetroot juice can reduce inflammation as well as protect against cancer and heart disease.

Beet & Apple Salad

Colorful veggies like peppers are higher in vitamins and have more antioxidants!  Hot peppers even have capsaicin, which can reduce pain and inflammation!

Vegetarian Stuffed Poblano Peppers

Crock Pot Red Pepper Soup (also includes tomatoes!)

Bright red tomatoes are high in lycopene!  That has been shown to reduce inflammation in the lungs and throughout the body.

Zoodles with Tomato Sauce (also includes onions and olive oil!)

30 Minute Tomato Quinoa Soup

Crock Pot Marinara Sauce

These two spices have been shown to help inflammation for centuries.

Crock Pot Vegetarian Detox Soup

Orange, Ginger and Turmeric Smoothie

Pineapple Ginger Smoothie

Green Detox Smoothie (also includes kale!)

Garlic and onions are anti-inflammatory and immune boosting! Luckily many of my recipes start with this duo.

Hearty & Easy Crock Pot Vegetable Soup

Crock Pot Vegetarian Black Bean Soup

Nourishing Vegetarian Crock Pot Lentil Soup (with kale!)

This healthy plant-based fat is good for the heart and inflammation.

Oven Baked Sweet Potato Chips

4 Ingredient Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Curry Roasted Cauliflower

These colorful little bursts of flavor contain chemicals that have anti-inflammation properties.

Triple Berry Smoothie Bowl

Triple Berry Smoothie

Triple Berry Baked Oatmeal

Strawberry Salsa

Strawberry Shortcake Overnight Oats

Blueberry Pie Overnight Oats

Summer Berry Kale Salad (also includes almonds and kale!)

Because they have more fiber, whole grains can reduce inflammation in the blood.  It also helps that they generally have less sugar.

Farro, Mushroom & Walnut Stuffed Acorn Squash

Kale & Wheat Berry Salad

Note: I am not a doctor, nor am I your doctor.  Certain foods and vegetables may not work for you especially if you have a more serious inflammation disease.  So check with your doctor before changing your diet!

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