Curb chronic inflammation

Wouldn't it be great to slash your risks of diabetes, stroke and osteoporosis by doing just one thing? You can! The key: curtailing chronic inflammation researchers have dubbed "inflammaging."

- Melissa Gotthardt

In the short-term, inflammation can be beneficial since it rallies the immune system to fight infections and heal injuries. But when inflammation becomes chronic, it can accelerate aging and damage tissues and organs. To tame inflammation the easy way, just...

Quinoa Bowl with Lemon Vinaigrette

The whole grains in this bowl brim with anti-inflammatory compounds

• 1 cup tricolor quinoa
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 2 Tbs. wine vinegar
• 1 Tbs. lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp. ground cumin Mixed veggies, like avocado, tomato, peppers, beans, onion and lettuce

1 In medium pot, mix quinoa, garlic and 3 cups water; over medium-high heat, bring to a boil. Cover; reduce heat to medium-low. Cook until water is absorbed, about 15 min. Fluff with fork.

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