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SiG MT 93 With the holidays behind us we can all take a deep sigh of relief. But what if the stress and delicious, but not-so- nutritious food from the holidays has us feeling the effects of inflammation? Inflammation is a defense mechanism in the body. e immune system recognizes damaged cells, irritants, and pathogens, and it begins the healing process to remove whatever is harmful or irritating to our body. Sounds good, right? But, the symptoms of inflammation can be uncomfortable and can lead to long term damage. If you have any of the following symptoms, they're likely coming from inflammation: Joint pain, stiffness, fatigue, insomnia, depression, gastrointestinal distress, acid reflux, weight gain, feeling swollen, and redness. e foods that cause inflammation basically describe the holidays in a nut shell: refined sugars, excessive alcohol, vegetable oils, refined carbohydrates, and processed meats. is can all be amplified by insufficient water intake (and/or excessive coffee in take) and stress. So, now that we've identified the problem, we can proceed to a solution. Here's what you can do to start reducing your inflammation: 1. DRINK MORE WATER – 90-120oz a day 2. Light to moderate exercise (as lile as 20mins) 3. Yoga – especially focusing on deep breathing 4. Foam roll 5. Focus on anti-inflammatory foods such as: a. Berries b. Leafy greens c. Avocados d. Salmon (omega 3's) e. Almonds & walnuts f. Sweet potatoes g. Turmeric & ginger 6. Do your best to get a good night's rest 6-8hrs 7. Incorporate stress-reduction techniques like meditation, breathing exercises, saying "no" to extra responsibilities, etc. Although inflammation is your body's defense mechanism for healing, it's very important that we address our inflammation as soon as possible. Le untreated, it can become chronic inflammation which can eventually cause several diseases and conditions including some cancers, rheumatoid arthritis, atherosclerosis, periodontitis, and hay fever. Implementing these simple techniques to reduce inflammation will make a world of difference in how you feel in a very short period of time. ey're small investments for a beer today and a beer future! How to Beat Post-Holiday INFLAMMATION S MT CITY MOTOR CADILL AC CityMotor.com LOCATION 3900 10th Ave. South Great Falls, MT 59405 SALES 406.761.4900 Mon-Fri 8am-6pm Sat 8am-5pm SERVICE 406.761.4900 Mon-Fri 7:30am-6pm Sat 9am-2pm 2018 CADILLAC ESCALADE AMBITION ON A GRAND SCALE Iconic design, innovative tech and craftsmanship elevated to a higher degree.