Green tea contains an impressive compound called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which has been linked to anti-inflammatory effects by acting as an antioxidant in the body, according to 2023 research published in Molecules.
Juice gets a bad rap, but unlike sodas that are made with added sugars, 100% orange juice contains natural sugars along with a slew of important nutrients, like vitamin C and thiamin.
Certain components of this fruit, including a group of plant compounds called polyphenols, have potential anti-inflammatory effects. Punicalagin is one polyphenol found in pomegranate (and its juice) that has proven to have anti-inflammatory benefits, per 2022 research published in Antioxidants.
Enjoying a blended drink made from watercress, spinach, kale—or really any leafy green veggie—is also amazing for helping manage chronic inflammation.
Squeeze the liquid out of this humble root veggie and you've got a vibrant red juice. It's a natural source of betalains (betanin) and nitrates, making it a nutritional powerhouse.
Despite the social media bad rap, dairy milk does not contribute to chronic inflammation, and in some cases, drinking it may have anti-inflammatory effects, according to a review of 27 trials published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition.
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