When any part of the body is swollen, whether it is your eye, finger, or knee, something may be out of place.
There might be an infection or allergic reaction that's causing the swelling, and if your finger or knee is swollen, it may be fractured. The same goes for the parts of your body you can't see - the internal organs. If there's inflammation in the body, it's indicative that you may need to change your diet or environment.
Inflammation in the body can be caused by a multitude of factors, including:
Foods, whether you're allergic or have a sensitivity
Medication
Immune conditions
Chemicals
Stress
Lack of sleep
Vitamin Deficiency
When organs within the body are inflamed for a long duration, it can damage healthy cells, causing chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.
We can't control our genes, but we can control what we put into our bodies.
Eating a well-balanced meal with colorful fruits and vegetables, unsaturated fats, whole grains, herbs, spices, and oily fish will help the body to reduce inflammation. Certain foods can cause inflammation, such as red meat with a lot of fat, refined sugary foods and drinks, excess alcohol, fried foods, dairy, and saturated fats.
A well-balanced diet will give the body the phytochemicals, antioxidants, and fibers, reducing inflammation and developing a healthy gut.
Our environment is also significant. For example, the cleaning products we use in our homes can cause our bodies to react negatively to toxins. Sleep is an underestimated factor, as it gives our body time to rest and restore. Also, find healthy ways to deal with stress. While we may not always be able to change our situation, we must find ways to relieve stress, as energy can negatively affect our bodies. You should go for a walk, exercise or talk about it.
Let's control what we can and take steps in the right direction to prevent inflammation in the body. Seek guidance from your physician about medical conditions and concerns and speak to a dietician about a diet specific to your needs.