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The risk of chronic diseases increases with age.
Seven foods such as coffee, sugar and meat promote inflammation in rheumatism, osteoarthritis and diabetes.
For more and more people, chronic inflammation is the cause of complaints and illnesses such as Hashimoto's, a severe inflammation of the thyroid gland, diabetes, rheumatism, osteoarthritis or acne.
The term chronic means “slowly developing”, “insidious”, “lasting for a long time”.
Diseases that do not heal completely and therefore require continuous treatment become chronic.
It is now known in medicine that certain chronic inflammatory processes can be worsened or improved by diet, according to the
German Nutrition Society.
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Chronic inflammation: Seven foods promote rheumatism, osteoarthritis, diabetes and acne
Chronic inflammation in the joints, especially in the knees, feet and hands, is the cause of complaints and illnesses, such as rheumatism and osteoarthritis, in more and more people.
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Scientists and doctors assume that several million people in Germany suffer from chronic inflammatory diseases.
In addition to allergies, cardiovascular diseases, cancer and dementia, chronic diseases such as irritable bowel syndrome, diabetes, rheumatism and acne are also among the diseases whose development is promoted by poor nutrition.
An unbalanced diet can significantly influence inflammatory processes; the lack of anti-inflammatory substances in certain foods has a significant influence.
Chronic inflammation – 1. Sugar promotes diabetes and rheumatism
Industrially produced household sugar contains glucose and fructose.
If you eat more than 25 grams a day, your risk of rheumatism, type 2 diabetes and, last but not least, obesity can increase, according to the
World Health Organization (WHO)
.
High sugar consumption can promote inflammatory processes in the body.
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Chronic inflammation – 2. Meat and sausage can promote high blood pressure
Processed meat, sausages and cold cuts often contain non-negligible amounts of sugar and salt.
Both are considered inflammatory.
High blood pressure, for example, can be promoted by high salt content, as it increases the risk of vascular constriction.
Chronic Inflammation – 3. Alcohol can cause inflammation in the gastrointestinal tract
The body requires a lot of energy and stomach acid to digest alcohol.
If you drink alcohol regularly, a consistently high amount of stomach acid can lead to inflammation and damage to the gastrointestinal area such as the esophagus.
In addition, alcohol promotes inflammation in the liver and pancreas.
Chronic Inflammation – 4. Too much coffee can increase inflammatory markers in the blood
Coffee is not harmful per se - here too, it is the amount that is triggered in the body.
If you drink more than two cups a day, the inflammatory markers in the blood can be activated.
Coffee is therefore suspected of causing cardiovascular diseases.
Chronic Inflammation – 5. Trans fats promote “bad” cholesterol and atherosclerosis
Trans fats are considered “artificial” fats and are labeled “hydrogenated” and “partially hydrogenated” on packaging.
These “hydrogenated fats” are often found in convenience foods, fried foods and sweets.
When these fats are consumed, cholesterol levels can rise sharply and accumulate in the blood vessels, which can increase the risk of high blood pressure, heart attack and stroke.
Unhealthy fats can also promote the development of inflammatory processes related to cancer.
Chronic inflammation – 6. White flour products promote rheumatism, intestinal inflammation, diabetes and acne
Eating white flour has been proven to increase blood sugar because it contains fewer minerals and fiber.
Little fiber in the intestines can promote constipation, which can also cause possible inflammatory processes.
In addition, fluctuating blood sugar levels increase the risk of “cravings”, which in the long term can result in weight gain with fat storage.
This in turn promotes possible resistance to insulin and thus the development of type 2 diabetes. If you eat more white flour, inflammatory intestinal bacteria can multiply.
Ultimately, this can lead to chronic inflammatory bowel disease or even colon cancer.
Chronic inflammation – 7. Dairy products, eggs and red meat increase the risk of osteoarthritis
Eggs, dairy products and red meat contain something called arachidonic acid, which can promote inflammation in the body.
This acid belongs to the group of omega-6 fatty acids and is mainly found in animal foods such as meat, butter and offal.
To prevent osteoarthritis, you should include lots of green vegetables and little meat in your diet.
As with many things in nutrition, it is the quantity that makes the “poison”.
Therefore, the foods mentioned do not have to be eliminated from the diet straight away - but in the case of chronic illnesses, avoiding them could contribute to milder or fewer symptoms.
To prevent or minimize chronic inflammation and diseases, focus on foods that, according to experts, have an anti-inflammatory effect.
This article only contains general information on the respective health topic and is therefore not intended for self-diagnosis, treatment or medication. It in no way replaces a visit to the doctor. Our editorial team is not allowed to answer individual questions about medical conditions.