You may not be aware, but what you eat can have a dramatic affect on just how quicky you recover from Plantar Fasciitis.
So how does diet affect Plantar Fasciitis? Many foods contain natural anti-inflammatory properties that can lower inflammation within the body. Equally, many other foods are known to exasperate the inflammation.
We will now look in greater detail at why you should try to increase the types of food that will help, and eliminate those that don’t.
How can food make a difference to my Plantar Fasciitis?
Hundreds of years ago, before modern medicine came along, healers relied on using herbs and spices to heal the ailments of their patients.
As time passed, and modern medicine became the norm, people began to forget the healing benefits that our food can have, and now rely more and more on taking a tablet to cure themselves.
Now, we are not here to try and discourage you from using those modern medicines, they do a wonderful job. No, what we want to try and impress upon you, is that you can give that medicine a helping boost, by using natural remedies too.
Fear not, you do not need to seek out an old witch doctor or tribal elder to prepare a secret potion, you simply have to start including some of the natural anti-inflammatory foods into your diet, whilst eliminating some of the more harmful items.
So lets take a look at those you should eat and those you should try to avoid.
Anti Inflammatory Foods To Include In Your Diet
As you can probably imagine, the types of food to increase within your diet, are all the healthy options that are recommended by nutritional experts. These include:
Fresh Vegetables
Leafy green vegetables are known to offer a large amount of anti inflammatory benefits due to the high vitamin K content.
- Spinach
- Kale
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Collards
Fresh Fruits & Berries
The pigment in the fruits and berries that have bright colors is known to help reduce inflammation.
- Cherries
- Strawberries
- Blackberries
- Raspberries
- Oranges
- Blueberries
- Tomatoes
Nuts, Seeds & Grains
Some nuts, seeds and grains can be high in omega-3 fatty oils, Vitamin E and magnesium which can all help to lower inflammation within the body.
- Almonds
- Walnuts
- Peanuts
- Pumpkin Seeds
- Chai Seeds
- Flax Seeds
- Oatmeal
- Brown Rice
Oily Fish
Again, oily fish is high in Omega-3 fatty oils that help fight inflammation.
- Sardines
- Tuna
- Salmon
- Mackerel
- Sea Bass
Herbs & Spices
Used for centuries, herbs and spices added to meals can provide an easy way to include anti-inflammatory benefits to your diet.
- Garlic
- Tumeric
- Curry Powder
- Ginger
- Chilli Peppers
- Green Tea
- Rosemary
- Cinnammon
Anti Inflammatory Foods To Avoid In Your Diet
You have probably already figured out that the foods to try and avoid are the unhealthy options that we sometimes like to over indulge in.
High Fat & Processed Red Meat
Meat that is high in fats and salts, or that has been processed, are not going to help your inflammation.
- Hot Dogs
- Sausages
- Burgers
- Steaks
- Cooked Hams
- Bacon
Cakes, Candy & Snacks
High sugar content items can increase blood sugar levels and cholesterol which has a negative impact on inflammation
- Sweet Cakes
- Candies
- Pastries
- Cookies
- Ice Cream
- Potato Chips
Alcohol & Sodas
High sugar content items can increase blood sugar levels and cholesterol which has a negative impact on inflammation
- Beer
- Coke
- Soda
- Energy Drinks
- Alcohol
Breads & Pasta
Gluten content items can have a negative impact on inflammation
- White Breads
- White Pasta
- Gluten
Dairy Products
The saturated fats within certain dairy products can cause problems for your inflammation
- Whole Milk
- Cream
- Butter
- Cheese
- Ice Cream
Hopefully this list has given you an idea of some of the things to include, or remove from your current diet, to help improve your chances of a speedy recovery.
As the saying goes, ‘everything in moderation’ and so if you do have to indulge in some of the naughty items, just be sure to limit your intake.
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