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Joints on Fire: Inflammation 101

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If you’ve been keeping up with health news at all in the past few years, you’ve heard the word “inflammation” a lot. And for good reason: inflammation is at the root of a wide range of chronic diseases. Having a basic understanding of what inflammation actually is can go a long way in helping you develop a plan to keep it under control. So, what exactly is inflammation? The root word comes from the Latin inflammo, which means to set ablaze, or to ignite. Inflammation is named after fire… and fire is a perfect metaphor to describe how inflammation…
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Top 13 Foods You Should Eat Daily And Why

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What foods should you be eating every day to feel good, have energy and live healthily? We’ve gathered a go-to list from black beans and spinach to blueberries and walnuts. Eaten daily, these foods will keep your energy high and your health balanced. Scroll down to find the reasons why you should start eating these top 13 fabulous foods today. Black beans Black beans are full of fiber and protein. They also provide a healthy dose of flavonoids, phytochemicals, magnesium, iron, folate and phosphorus to boot. These nutrients strengthen digestion and heart health, and protect against diabetes. Black beans…
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