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Inflammatory foods like coffee, soda, potato chips, alcohol, dairy products, and processed meats contribute to the formation of acid in your body and are linked to inflammation and weight gain. Add that to the body’s natural tendency to decrease metabolism as we age, makes gaining weight easy once we reach 40. However, steering clear of inflammatory foods can help you drop weight and feel better. Making a healthy antiinflammatory meal is easy with a crock pot. If you are looking to drop a few pounds fast, try one of these recipes this week.
This delicious recipe only takes two hours to make. It's perfect to put on as you get home from work, and let it cook while you relax and hang out with the family. Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Those fatty acids have anti-inflammatory properties that may help counteract the negative effects of stress hormones. Serve the salmon with other anti-inflammatory veggies such as broccoli, kale, or spinach.
You'll need:
Skin-on salmon fillet
Kosher salt
Black pepper
Low-sodium vegetable broth
Lemon juice
Fresh dill
Mushrooms are truly a miracle food. They are very low in calories and rich in selenium, copper, and all of the B vitamins. They also have plenty of antioxidants that provide anti-inflammatory protection. This recipe is full of flavor as well as weight-loss properties. These marinated mushrooms make a great side dish or can replace a protein in any meal.
You'll need:
Fresh mushrooms
Frozen pearl onions, thawed
Garlic cloves, minced
Reduced-sodium beef broth
Red wine
Balsamic vinegar
Olive oil
Salt
Dried basil
Dried thyme
Pepper
Crushed red pepper flakes
The star of this dish is turmeric, a rich source of curcumin ( a powerful anti-inflammatory nutrient). Turmeric is used in a variety of cuisines but it's often associated with Indian dishes. This recipe does have an Indian flavor profile and is a great way to change up your standard chicken and potatoes dish in a healthy way.
You'll Need:
Plain yogurt
Extra virgin olive oil
Lemon juice
Turmeric
Garlic salt
Salt
Curry powder
Ginger
Garlic cloves
Chicken breasts
Bell pepper
Green beans
Baby potatoes
Cilantro
Chicken Cacciatore is always a crowd-pleaser. This dish is easy enough to make for a healthy weeknight dinner and special enough to serve for a dinner party. The anti-Inflammatory star of this dish is the tomato sauce. Tomatoes are high in vitamin C, potassium, and lycopene (an antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties). It also features peppers and mushrooms, both well-regarded for their anti-inflammatory properties as well. Serve this dish with whole gain past or zucchini noodles to round out the meal.
You'll need:
Extra-virgin olive oil
Boneless skinless chicken breasts
Kosher salt
Black pepper
Yellow onion
Garlic - minced
Balsamic vinegar
Crushed tomatoes
Green bell pepper
Cremini mushrooms
Italian seasoning
