Chronic Pain caused by inflamation

New reports DIET critical in reducing chronic pain caused by inflamation. (joints, muscles, etc.)

Foods that have been found to contribute to inflamation and subsequent pain include:
Refined sugar, refined grains/breads/flour, refined oils and fatty meats. Unfortunately these foods make up 30-40% of the typical American diet.

It is suggested to reduce your consumption of the above foods by at least 10% and preferably 20% and replace with vegetables, fruit, raw nuts(almonds especially), potatoes (regular and sweet), lean meat, skinless chicken, fish, eggs(1 yolk per 3 eggs). Olive and coconut oil, fish oil (omega 3) used in moderation is great. Spices such as ginger, turmeric, rosemary, oregano, garlic, corainder, and pepper have also been shown to have anti-inflamatory properties.

FUN FOODS that are good for you in moderation: chocolate, red wine, stout beer.

Also, instead of taking Advil or Tylenol which in some folks negatively affect the liver. Asprin, when consumed in high doses has been shown to contribute to the development of ulcers. WHITE WILLOW BARK, a natural anti-inflamatory, is recommended as a possible alternative. (check with your Doctor first)

Too much Soy may increase estrogen Levels in Men

There are now scientific studies showing that men who consume more than 25 grams of Soy (Milk, Tofu, etc.) per day are at risk for increased levels of estrogen that may cause gynecomastia(enlarged breasts) and other 'feminzation' characteristics, including reduced libido. Countries such as Israel, France, Australia, and New Zealand have actually recommended that Soy protein not be used in infant formulas unless lactose intolerance is present.

That said, Soy has also been shown to reduce the incidence of prostrate cancer and heart disease. Bottom line, if you are a man, limit your Soy intake to 25 grams/day.