Manage your inflammation and set a positive tone for your day with these simple morning habits.
Inflammation is a popular buzzword that isnt always well-understood.
Inflammation goes from helpful to harmful when it becomes chronic.
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Certain types of fats can also be helpful.
Luckily, there are many ways to incorporate sources of fiber and omega-3 fats at breakfast.
Try addingchia seeds to your morning oatsor blending thisanti-inflammatory berry smoothie with hemp seeds.
Move Your Body
Getting up and out of your warm blankets isnt always easyespecially in the cooler months.
However, getting in the habit of moving your body in the morning has numerous benefits for your health.
Even 5 to 10 minutes helps improve circulation and stiffness, says Shapiro.
Walk to get lunch or sit outside during a breakeven a few minutes can do your body good.
Hydrate
Adequate hydration is vital for life.
Even mild dehydration can negatively affect athletic and cognitive performance, digestion, skin health and inflammation.
For an added health boost, Shapiro recommends starting your day with a glass of lemon or ginger water.
Citrus fruits, like lemons, are high in vitamin Ca vitamin with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Similarly, ginger contains gingerol, a compound with anti-inflammatory effects.
To cut back on added sugars, take a look at what you typically eatand drinkin the morning.
If you regularly add two spoonfuls of sugar to your coffee, try adding just one.
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