4. High Refined Flour
Avoid flour that is highly refined if you want to reduce inflammation. Most white flour products, such as crackers and rolls, breads, instant white potatoes, and cereals are made with highly refined flour. Processed carbohydrates are not only a cause of inflammation but also a major factor in obesity and other chronic diseases.
Refined flours pass more quickly through the digestive tract. The body’s insulin and sugar levels rise quickly when digestion is rapid. Inflammation is the body’s reaction to a rise in insulin and blood sugar. These foods also stimulate inflammation by promoting the production of AGE. PAI-1, the primary inflammatory marker found in refined flour. Reducing your consumption of refined flours can reduce inflammation.
