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5 Anti-Inflammatory Slow Cooker Meals You Should Be Making For A Slimmer Waist & Flatter Stomach In 2021

January 16, 2021 by Merrell Readman

 
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Inflammation can be incredibly frustrating and uncomfortable, especially when you’re eating healthy and still struggling with a bloated belly. While it’s easy to wallow in discomfort, there are actually certain natural ingredients that you can turn to which will ease inflammation while nourishing the body. Turmeric, ginger and sweet potato are known anti-inflammatories, so we found five slow cooker recipes featuring these ingredients which are your best bet for creating a filling dinner that won’t leave you swollen and in pain.

Broccoli Turmeric Soup


This anti-inflammatory soup draws its benefits from the key ingredient: turmeric. With a solid serving of veggies in each bowl, this dish is also highly customizable and will keep you warm and satisfied all winter long. You’ll notice a decrease in bloat in no time!


Ingredients: Vegan butter, leeks, ginger, broccoli, turmeric, salt, pepper, sesame oil, vegetable stock


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Sweet Potato Chili


Sweet potato is a known anti-inflammatory, and with a healthy serving of carbs and protein in this dish, your chili will fill you up with no need for mindless snacking after dinner. Toppings are incredibly versatile for this dinner as well, so add a fried egg or some sour cream and jalapenos depending on your mood.


Ingredients: Ground beef, yellow onion, garlic, diced green chilies, sweet potato, diced tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, ground cumin, ground chipotle, sea salt, black pepper


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Immune Boosting Turmeric Detox Veggie Soup


As another slow cooker dish which relies on turmeric for its anti-inflammatory properties, this soup is packed with several servings of vegetables, as well as ginger to ease an upset or bloated stomach. With minimal prep work, this soup is perfect for a busy winter weeknight.


Ingredients: Olive oil, leeks, carrots, garlic, ginger, vegetable stock, turmeric, rosemary, chili flakes, sea salt, shiitake mushrooms, bok choy, lemon juice, spring onions


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Butternut Squash Stew


This dish is the perfect cold weather staple to soothe an inflamed stomach and intrigue the taste buds. The chicken in this recipe will provide ample protein, and butternut squash is packed with vitamins and minerals to nourish your body and keep you full for hours.


Ingredients: Olive oil, onion, garlic, chicken breast, oregano, parsley, curry powder, chili flakes, salt, pepper, butternut squash, quinoa, diced tomato, vegetable broth, bay leaf


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Gut Healing Chicken Soup


If you’re struggling with an upset stomach or inflammation due to overeating or a negative reaction to food, this is the perfect soup for you to try. This recipe also features turmeric which is a known anti-inflammatory, and bone broth is loaded with minerals to support the daily function of your body. Win win!


Ingredients: Garlic, onion, carrot, celery, green beans, potato, chicken, turmeric, thyme, rosemary, oregano, nutritional yeast, dulse flakes, butter, chicken bone broth, miso paste, salt and pepper


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