Reducing chronic inflammation is often very difficult, because so many foods contain substances that actually stimulate inflammation.  To help combat this problem, follow the best inflammation diet top five rules, then try adding a variety of anti-inflammatory supplements to your daily diet.

Anti-inflammatory supplements to help reduce the swelling, stiffness, and pain associated with chronic inflammation:

1.    Omega 3
The most commonly prescribed anti-inflammatory supplement, omega 3 is naturally found in fatty fish.

2.    Oleic acid
From the Omega-9 family of oils, the best sources are found in olive, canola, and grapeseed
oils.
 
3.    Vitamin D
Vitamin D is really a hormone and is absorbed naturally through exposure to the sun’s rays.

4.    Bromelain
An enzyme found in fruits like pineapple and papaya, bromelain acts as an anti-inflammatory in the body to reduce substances known to trigger inflammation.

5.    Anthocyanins
A bioflavonoid found in the Acai berry, one of the best anti-inflammatory foods  http://www.disaboom.com/nutrition/top-50-anti-inflammatory-foods, it possesses both antioxidant properties found to also reduce chronic inflammation.

6.    Selenium
An essential trace mineral that has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties known to support immune function.

7.    S-adenosylmethionine
Also known as SAMe, this amino acid treats inflammatory conditions like osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia.

8.    Boswellia Serrata
Best known as Indian frankincense, it is an herb commonly found in Ayurveda or traditional Indian medicine, and used to treat intestinal-related inflammatory conditions.

9.    Quercetin
    A bioflavonoid found in teas, onions, apples, and buckwheat.  Its anti-inflammatory benefits     help those who suffer from allergies.

10.    Mangosteen
A plant native to southeast Asia, the Mangosteen fruit contains anti-inflammatory properties known to reduce substances that trigger inflammation.

Author Dr. Linda Mundorff is a Registered Nurse and Board Certified Naturopath, and not a medical doctor.  Dr. Mundorff is the author of several books. Her latest book, Take Control: A Guide to Holistic Living is an innovative health guide, which helps the reader learn how to regain control of their health by discovering the practical effectiveness of combining alternative and modern medicine.  Contact her at bridges2hlth@aol.com.

Photo of fish, best source of omega 3, by Kulac on Wikimedia Commons.