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Minimize post workout/training soreness

anti-inflammatory foods

There are anti-inflammatory foods to help reduce post workout/training soreness

These foods possess properties that help reduce inflammation and soreness:

  • salmon, sardines, walnuts, and ground flaxseed (all great sources of omega 3's)
  • broccoli, Brussels sprouts, bell pepper, and citrus fruits (which all contain vitamin C)
  • sweet potato, carrots, pumpkin,spinach, and kale (all sources of carotenoids)
  • berries, cherries, and purple/red grapes (rich in anthocyanins)
  • apples, onions, tomatoes, deep colored lettuce, and apricots (sources of quercetin)
  • grated ginger, which you can try adding to stir-fries, curries, soups, and sautéed vegetables

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