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Salmon Burgers
Frozen Cherries
Smashed Avocado
Trail Mix
Granola
Egg White Frittatas
Sweet Mini Peppers
Unsweetened Green Tea
What Is the Anti-Inflammatory Diet?
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We all know that food plays a vital role in our long-term health, and the choices we make at the grocery store are key to our success. Especially when it comes to warding off inflammation in our bodies. But how do you know what to grab when you’re at the grocery store—especially a place with so many options like Costco? Here are some of my favorite Costco foods that are beneficial for ananti-inflammatory diet, and why they can help you fight chronic inflammation.
What Happens to Your Body When You Have Inflammation
Trident Seafoods Alaska Salmon Burgers
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Choosing a fatty fish as a protein source is a great start for your anti-inflammatory diet, especially given the way those omega-3 fatty acids are known for reducing pro-inflammatory markers in the body.Trident Seafoods Alaska Salmon Burgerscome with 12 burgers per package, with each burger weighing in at 4 ounces. You can find them in the frozen section at Costco, and I love serving them with quick pickles and red pepper aioli or coleslaw and roasted carrots.
Frozen Sweet Dark Cherries
These cherriesare a favoriteanti-inflammatory frozen food at Costcobecause the fruit is packed with an antioxidant called anthocyanin. In addition to anthocyanin, cherries also have vitamin C. That nutrient duo has been shown to counteract oxidative stress in the body, which in turn helps to lower inflammation.You can get a bag of frozen dark cherries at Costco, perfect for making ourWhipped Frozen Cherry LimeadeandCherry-Mocha Smoothie.
Wholly Organic Smashed Avocado
Avocados are a great source of fiber, and a diet high in fiber has also been associated with reducing inflammation due to its positive impact on weight management and gut health.You can buy single-serving 2-ounce cups ofWholly Organic Smashed Avocadoat Costco; each package comes with 16 servings. The smashed ‘cado is great for a simpleavocado toastor in your favorite sandwich.
Nature’s Garden Organic Trail Mix Snack Packs
You can make a greattrail mixat home—or you can grab an individual pack ofNature’s Garden Organic Trail Mix. According a research review, nuts like almonds and walnuts help quash inflammation, and Brazil nuts are effective in combating oxidative stress thanks to their healthy fatty acids, fiber, polyphenols and range of vitamins and minerals.These snack packs make it easy to get a serving of nuts during the day, with tasty combinations that include walnuts, pecans, Brazil nuts and dried fruits like cranberries and raisins.
NuTrail Keto Nut Granola Blueberry Cinnamon
Not only does thisNuTrail Keto Nut Granolacontain nuts, but it also includes cinnamon, a powerful anti-inflammatory spice.Plus, the granola mix also contains blueberries, which have beneficial antioxidants such as anthocyanins and flavanols. Sprinkle a serving of this granola on aRicotta & Yogurt Parfaitin the morning, or simply enjoy it as a snack midday.
Garden Lites Veggies Made Great Spinach Egg White Frittatas
TheseVeggies Made Great Spinach Egg White Frittatasmake breakfast-on-the-go easy for anyone looking to follow an anti-inflammatory diet. These egg-white bites are stuffed with vegetables like spinach and tomatoes, so they contain antioxidants like vitamin C and lycopene. Eat them for breakfast or as a quick snack.
Sweet mini peppersare a portable and delicious snack. (And they’re dunkable inhummus,tzatziki, guacamole and more.) Use them to scoop your favorite dip, roast them, add to a salad or enjoy plain. Plus, bell peppers have vitamin C as well as anti-inflammatory antioxidants such as carotenoids and anthocyanins.
Ito En Oi Ocha Unsweetened Green Tea
Looking for something fun to sip on that isn’t water? You can buy bottles of already brewedIto En Oi Ocha Unsweetened Green Teaat Costco. When you need a midday pick-me-up, open up one of these and enjoy the refreshing tea without waiting for it to brew. It’s perfect to take with you when you’re running out the door.
The Best Foods to Eat to Fight Inflammation
The Bottom Line
Shopping for an anti-inflammatory diet at a place like Costco is all about looking for particular foods that are bursting with antioxidants and fatty acids that help fight inflammation. Some of the best go-to’s include fatty fish, nuts, brightly colored fruits and vegetables and green tea.
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Kelley DS, Adkins Y, Laugero KD.A Review of the Health Benefits of Cherries.Nutrients. 2018;10(3):368. doi:10.3390/nu10030368
Shivakoti R, Biggs ML, Djoussé L, Durda PJ, Kizer JR, Psaty B, Reiner AP, Tracy RP, Siscovick D, Mukamal KJ.Intake and Sources of Dietary Fiber, Inflammation, and Cardiovascular Disease in Older US Adults.JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(3):e225012. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.5012
Rajaram S, Damasceno NRT, Braga RAM, Martinez R, Kris-Etherton P, Sala-Vila A.Effect of Nuts on Markers of Inflammation and Oxidative Stress: A Narrative Review.Nutrients. 2023;15(5):1099. doi:10.3390/nu15051099
Pagliari S, Forcella M, Lonati E, Sacco G, Romaniello F, Rovellini P, Fusi P, Palestini P, Campone L, Labra M, Bulbarelli A, Bruni I.Antioxidant and Anti-Inflammatory Effect of Cinnamon (Cinnamomum verumJ. Presl) Bark Extract after In Vitro Digestion Simulation.Foods. 2023;12(3):452. doi:10.3390/foods12030452
Schultz H, Ying GS, Dunaief JL, Dunaief DM.Rising Plasma Beta-Carotene Is Associated With Diminishing C-Reactive Protein in Patients Consuming a Dark Green Leafy Vegetable-Rich, Low Inflammatory Foods Everyday (LIFE) Diet.Am J Lifestyle Med. 2019;15(6):634-643. doi:10.1177/1559827619894954
Pahwa R, Goyal A, Jialal I.Chronic Inflammation. In: StatPearls.StatPearls Publishing; 2024.
