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Eggs are a great healthy breakfast on their own, but there are certain ingredients you can add to your favorite egg dishes to make them even more beneficial for you. Specifically, if you want to combat inflammation first thing in the morning, adding some anti-inflammatory ingredients to your eggs can be one easy way of accomplishing that.
With that in mind, keep reading for the 4 anti-inflammatory ingredients you should start adding to your eggs in the morning–plus, some recipe ideas to help you get started!
Turmeric
If you do not already have turmeric in your spice cabinet, now's the time to start using it. This spice is full of anti-inflammatory properties that can keep feeling your best. According to Healthline, "Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant."
This turmeric scrambled egg recipe is a great healthy breakfast recipe that can help keep inflammation at bay.
Tomatoes
Tomatoes are another anti-inflammatory ingredients that can easily be incorporated into your favorite breakfast recipes.
Tomatoes are also full of vitamins, including vitamin A, C, and K, which provide a variety of benefits including immunity, bone health, and heart health.
For example, try this tomato and eggs recipe for a quick meal that can help combat inflammation!
Bell Peppers
Adding peppers to your eggs can be one effective way of incorporating anti-inflammatory nutrients into your breakfast.
According to Healthline, "Bell peppers and chili peppers are loaded with vitamin C and antioxidants that have powerful anti-inflammatory effects."
A good place to start is with this simple omelet with bell peppers recipe!
Cayenne
If you can handle some spice, consider adding some cayenne to your favorite egg dish. This spice is a great anti-inflammatory and it can also aid digestion and boost your metabolism.
With that in mind, adding cayenne to your eggs--whether you prefer them over easy or scrambled--is a great way to combat inflammation.
