How Does Diet Affect Inflammation?

Do you suffer from frequent body aches and pains? Are you constantly fatigued? Experiencing depression, anxiety or another mood disorder? Do you have chronic gastrointestinal problems such as acid reflux, constipation or diarrhea? Can’t lose weight or keep gaining it? All of these ailments can be signs of chronic inflammation in the body. In fact, chronic inflammation in the body has been linked to a variety of conditions including asthma, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, heart disease and even cancer. So what exactly can you do to decrease inflammation in the body? Diet can have a big impact on inflammation, today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater will be discussing foods to eat, foods to avoid and how we can help with your journey. Have additional questions? Interested in scheduling an appointment for nutritional guidance? Reach out today.

Foods You Should Eat

When it comes to healthy foods that won’t cause inflammation in the body, there is quite a lot to choose from! These foods include:

• Leafy greens (spinach, kale, collards, chard, dandelion greens, etc.)

• Broccoli, brussel sprouts, cauliflower, etc.

• Tomatoes

• Nuts (almonds, walnuts, etc.)

• Avocado

• Fruits (oranges, blueberries, cherries, strawberries, blackberries, etc.)

• Garlic

• Ginger

• Chia seeds

Foods You Should Avoid

Along with healthy foods, there are unfortunately quite a few foods you should attempt to avoid as well, these include:

• Refined carbohydrates (white bread, pastries, pastas, etc.)

• Fried foods

• Processed meats

• Red meat

• Soda (and other sugary drinks)

• Margarine

• High fructose corn syrup

• Vegetable/seed oils

• Alcohol

Schedule Nutritional Treatment in Clearwater Today

Interested in improving inflammation in your body through diet? Dawn Potter Acupuncture would be happy to help, schedule Clearwater nutritional treatment today. We can help discuss your symptoms and goals to get you on the right path to reducing inflammation through what you consume.

Why Eat A Plant-Based Diet?

When it comes to eating food, there are a lot of different diets available. Many diets aren’t sustainable over time, typically resulting in the patient returning to their old ways. At Dawn Potter Acupuncture, we highly recommend a plant-based diet. Plant-based diets are highly sustainable and have various benefits for your overall health. Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture in Clearwater, Florida is discussing these benefits. Have questions? Interested in scheduling an appointment? Simply reach out today.

Boost Your Immune System

With the pandemic getting worse again, now is a better time than ever to be boosting your immune system. Eating plant-based foods can increase vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals and antioxidants in your body, keeping your body more healthy and ready to fight.

Reduce Inflammation

Inflammation in the body has been linked to a variety of illnesses and diseases, making sure you reduce inflammation as much as possible is highly important. When eating a plant-based diet, phytochemicals and antioxidants go around your body neutralizing toxins that enter your body.

Increase Fiber

Eating a plant-based diet typically results in more fiber in the body, this improves the health of your gut and allows your body to absorb nutrients from the foods you consume. Along with this, fiber is known to stabilize blood sugar, low cholesterol and even improve bowel movements.

Healthy Weight

For many people, weight can be a struggle, resulting in cycles of “dieting” that result in weight loss that often returns quickly after. With a plant-based diet, patients are more likely to lose weight and maintain it.

Lower Disease Risk

Research has shown that consuming a plant-based diet can actually lower your risk for various diseases and illnesses, such as cancer, stroke, diabetes and even certain mental health disorders.

Schedule Nutritional Guidance in Clearwater

Are you interested in starting a plant-based diet? Need professional nutrition advice in Clearwater? Dawn Potter Acupuncture would be happy to help, reach out today to schedule your appointment.

What Conditions Can Acupuncture Treat?

Do you suffer from headaches, chronic pain or even allergies? Want to improve your immune system with a more natural treatment approach? Wish you had increased energy? Want to sleep better? When it comes to acupuncture treatment, there are many things it can improve for the patient. Today, Dawn Potter Acupuncture is discussing acupuncture treatment and how it can improve your day-to-day life. If you have any questions regarding acupuncture treatment in Clearwater, the benefits of treatment or would like to schedule an appointment with us, feel free to reach out. We’re always delighted to help our community.

About Acupuncture

Acupuncture is a component of traditional Chinese medicine and a form of alternative medicine which utilizes tiny, thin needles which are inserted into specific points in the body. Depending upon where the needles are inserted, various conditions and ailments can be addressed and improved.

Benefits of Acupuncture

Improved Stress Relief

Do you often find yourself stressed or anxious? Acupuncture has been proven to lower stress hormones and moderate mood. This can reduce a patient’s anxiety and overall feeling of wellbeing.

Improved Pain Relief

Do you suffer from neck or back pain? Maybe sore joints? Interested in a natural pain relief option? Acupuncture is known to reduce pain, swelling and even inflammation in the body, making patients feel better following their treatment.

Improved Immune System

Along with stress and pain relief, acupuncture has also been shown to improve a patient’s overall immune system and can even assist with the symptoms of colds and other illnesses.

Improved Sleep

Finding it hard to fall asleep and stay asleep? Insomnia is another condition that can be benefitted by regular acupuncture treatment, allowing patients to sleep better and feel more energized upon waking.

Improved Digestion

Do you suffer from a digestive disorder or have frequent tummy problems? Many patients report improved gastrointestinal symptoms following acupuncture treatment.

Start Acupuncture Treatment in Clearwater, Florida Today

Interested in scheduling your Clearwater acupuncture treatment? Contact Dawn Potter Acupuncture today, we’d be delighted to get you added to our schedule.