The Benefits of an Anti-Inflammatory Diet | Julia Zumpano, RD, LD

How can the food we eat — and the foods we don’t eat — soothe or prevent inflammation in the body? Registered dietitian Julia Zumpano explains the health benefits of an anti-inflammatory diet, including which foods can have a direct impact on pain, who should try this style of eating and how to decide which anti-inflammatory diet is right for you.

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[unclewobhard]

Five years ago, I was diagnosed with severe PTSD after a work place shooting. PTSD presents its elf as an emotional disorder but is actually a result of damage to the sympathetic nervous system and the left and right frontal cortex of the brain which regulates mood.

I’ve since been diagnosed with Sarcoidosis which is an autoimmune disease that can affect vital organs and the skin, in particular. The primary marker is high C-reactive protein produced by the liver.

I recently discovered there is a high correlation between autoimmune immune disease and trauma. In essence, my central nervous system has been damaged by high stress hormones and related inflammation. People who suffer from childhood trauma are particularly susceptible. I believe there are a large number of people who have inflammation related to stress who are unaware that they have chronic inflammation as well.

The good news is that many of my symptoms have improved after starting an anti-inflammatory diet. My PTSD is still considered severe but the secondary symptoms of autoimmune disease have improved considerably. We take victories where we can find them!

The body has an amazing ability to heal itself. Food is truly medicine!

[mduran]

Weeks after recovering from COVID I started to get internal organs inflammation. It’s been over 2 months and there has been days I felt I wouldn’t survive another day. I’ve done every test possible, CT scans, MRI’s, Ultrasound, X-rays and the result is always inflammation.

The problem is my blood pressure skyrockets when the inflammation is at its peak. While taking steroids my life is back to normal and there is no blood pressure, however, I cannot live on steroids, so following an anti-inflammatory diet is a must for me.

Like the dietitian said, it might take 6 months to a year to fully change the diet. Im 2 months in and still learning which foods triggers inflammation.

Im very grateful for this video and I wish anyone who is having inflammation issues is able to make diet changes and live a better life. 🙏🏻🤗

[dolleyferguson]

Thank you so very much I’ve learnt so much. I have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis for the past 21 yrs and I now only understand about inflammation of my brain ! I will definitely be doing this and journaling as i go along to possibly assist anyone out there. I am 66yrs young. Thank you so much again . Many blessings 👏👏👏👏🤗💖🤗 I am excited 🤩🤩🤩🤩

[annejames]

Thank you for this informative video . I am a 61 yr old female with diabetes, elevated BP, but not on medication for BP. I have changed my eating habits 80% I still at times eat potato chips, or chocolate bar but not often .I am definitely trying to change . I am currently experiencing knee pains daily. This never happened before . Thank you !

[terrysharing]

This was extraordinarily helpful in getting directly to the basics of an anti-inflamatory diet. No hype just facts and sound advice. I've been searching for just this information. Many thanks and well done.

[gcgjohnson]

Processed inflammatory foods that she named have one thing in common...vegetable seed oil. Check the labels. They're in 80% of the foods in the grocery store. PUFA, polyunsaturated fatty acids including canola, soybean, corn, safflower, sunflower, cottonseed, and hydrogenated oils are prone to oxidizing and causing inflammation.

[ramybradley]

Julia is such a clear speaker. Love it!

[huongluu]

I have just started reading about this topic. This video provides good insights about internal inflammation when it comes to nutrition. I recommend to play at 1.25

[mlsackes]

Absolutely great questions and answers. I have just been diagnosed with Osteoporosis at the age of 56, and I am looking into changing my diet again, so after I visit my Rheumatologist, I will ask for a Registered Dietitian referral .

[dixiegirl]

I've tried to see a dietician but, they will not see me due to the fact I'm not a diabetic. I'm overweight & have a lot of swelling in my legs, feet & sometimes all over. So, this video has been a lot of help due to me trying to eliminate foods that are possibly the cause of the inflamation & of course, to help me lose weight too. Thanks.

[gildardomagallon]

This is very useful if you have health problems give this a try. You only lose some months and money if it doesn't work but have a lot to gain specially since we all have to eat every day of our lives.

[catherinesaulnier]

Best Book Ever...Breaking the Vicious Cycle..by Elaine Gottchall...my IBS has never been better...

[amogh]

I know I have an inflammatory response after consuming dairy. But I like dairy. How do I keep drinking dairy but minimize the inflammatory response? I did not have a problem with dairy before 2 years but now I have this.

[travelmaryrose]

I am giving a small talk on anti-inflammatory foods tomorrow and found this super helpful-thank you! Good information presented in a clear and concise manner.

[sherryanncarrington]

I USED TO GET PAIN ALL OVER MY BODY, STARTED TAKING A SMALL AMOUNT OF GINGER, TUMERIC AND GARLIC EVERY MORNING

[capionthegreat]

Appreciate the information and method of delivery.No filler information.💯❤

[mftxhdn]

Very good questions, i was thinking it and your asking it spot on!

[gracedeamaral]

What about natural sugars from fruits can those cause inflammation? I went on a terrain diet which is mostly fruits and uncooked vegetables but I was cooking my vegetables and I don’t know if I was just detoxing or was it the sugars but they’re all natural sugars.

[STOPTRUMPPROJECT]

This was such a great interview! The questions were so unpoint.

[talksick]

Yet I’m told I have orthorexia cause I don’t wanna be worse with my issues
My joints kill
Skins inflamed
Eyes nose mouth dry
Severe depression and anxiety
High cholesterol
Elevated liver enzymes
Prediabetic

But I can’t eat healthy because it’s orthorexia
This is driving me insane

I’m forced to just get worse