14 Warning Signs That There’s Hidden Inflammation in Your Body (and How to Get Rid of It)

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Take Probiotics Daily

Various studies have shown that probiotic intake is associated with significant anti-inflammatory effects. Here are some ways to get your daily dose of probiotics:

Supplement with a probiotic– Aim for at least ten strains per capsule and make sure that the one you choose contains strains of L. acidophilus or B. bifidum, which are the most potent of all the strains available.
Include BILLIONS of CFU’s (colony forming units) – It sounds like a lot, but when you think of the human body and the fact that it contains roughly 37 trillion cells, the idea of billions doesn’t seem like much. Anywhere from 1 to 100 billion will work. Given the ridiculous amount of toxins we’re exposed to every day, many people note feeling an improvement with 20-50 billion daily. The trick is to start slow and work your way up. The typical dose for beginners is between 10-20 billion CFU’s daily.
Eat fermented/cultured foods – if you’d rather not supplement, foods like kimchi, sauerkraut, kombucha and miso all naturally contain probiotics. It’s fine to do both—supplement and eat fermented foods—but it’s not always necessary. Find what you feel works best for you and go with it.

Eliminate Or Reduce Inflammatory Foods

Foods that are high in (refined) sugar and fat, wheat products and dairy are all big triggers for inflammation. Therefore, decrease or eliminate soda, refined carbohydrates and processed foods. Basically, anything that can contribute to weight gain can contribute to inflammation. EAT REAL FOOD!

Here’s a list of inflammatory foods to keep in mind:

Processed foods
Processed meats
Dairy
Gluten
Soda
Caffeine
Refined sugars
Trans fats
Simple carbs
Lard

Eliminate Toxins In Your Environment

There is evidence that environmental toxins such as mold can cause a chronic inflammatory response in the body.

Water

Proper hydration is key! The human body is largely water - 60%+! So having enough water matters more than many people realize. The easiest rule of thumb is to drink half your body weight in ounces of water each day (example: 150 pound person would aim for 75 ounces, minimally). More if you’re active (more like equal to your body weight).

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