5 Foods That Can Lead To Inflammation


Can your dinner lead to your demise? People who eat foods that spur inflammation, such as those high in fat and sugar, have a greater risk of dying sooner than folks who stick with fruits and vegetables, finds new research from the University of South Carolina.

Chronic low-grade inflammation can bring on cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, or even death, says study author Susan Steck, PhD, MPH, RD. The study found that people with diets most associated with inflammation were four times more likely to die of gastrointestinal tract cancers.

Watch out for these common, inflammation-causing offenders:

Vegetable oil
Although they're unsaturated, corn and safflower oils are made up largely of omega-6 fatty acids and are tied to inflammation and an increased risk of coronary artery disease, report University of Toronto researchers. Reach for omega-3-rich canola and olive oils instead.




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