3 Step Formula To Crush Inflammation FAST (Feel Better Fast)

Summary

In this video, Dr. Anul Gupta, a board-certified family physician with expertise in functional and integrative medicine, explains how chronic inflammation is the root cause of numerous health issues like fatigue, joint pain, and autoimmune diseases. He identifies five major root causes of inflammation: poor diet, chronic stress, nutritional deficiencies, exposure to toxins, and chronic infections. Dr. Gupta presents a proven three-step process to eliminate inflammation: modifying diet, incorporating anti-inflammatory supplements, and adopting lifestyle changes such as stress management, quality sleep, and regular exercise. This comprehensive approach has helped thousands of patients and promises significant results for anyone struggling with chronic inflammation.

Takeaways

• 😀 Chronic inflammation is the root cause of fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, stubborn weight gain, cardiovascular diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's disease.
• 😀 Poor dietary choices, stress, nutritional deficiencies, exposure to toxins, and chronic infections are the five major root causes of chronic inflammation.
• 😀 A diet high in sugar, processed foods, dairy, and gluten can significantly contribute to inflammation in the body.
• 😀 Chronic stress, whether from work, finances, or personal reasons, triggers inflammation in the body, regardless of how well an individual thinks they handle stress.
• 😀 Nutritional deficiencies, especially a lack of vitamin D and omega-3 fatty acids, are common causes of inflammation.
• 😀 Environmental toxins, such as pesticides, pollution, and heavy metals, as well as mold toxins, play a role in causing inflammation.
• 😀 Chronic infections, including bacterial overgrowth, parasites, and viral infections like Epstein-Barr, contribute to chronic inflammation.
• 😀 Addressing just one root cause of inflammation is not enough; a combination of root causes must be addressed to achieve lasting results.
• 😀 A three-step process involving dietary changes, supplements, and lifestyle changes can help reduce inflammation permanently.
• 😀 To reduce inflammation, eliminate sugar, processed foods, fried foods, dairy, and gluten from your diet, and include anti-inflammatory foods like colorful vegetables, healthy proteins, and omega-3 rich foods.
• 😀 Incorporating supplements like vitamin D with K2, anti-inflammatory herbs (like curcumin, ginger, and boswellia), and high-dose omega-3 fatty acids can accelerate the reduction of inflammation.
• 😀 Stress management through meditation, breathing exercises, and adrenal supplements, along with 7-8 hours of sleep and regular physical activity, are essential for reducing inflammation.

Q & A

What are the main symptoms caused by chronic inflammation?

Chronic inflammation can lead to tiredness, fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, stubborn weight gain, cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, and autoimmune conditions like Hashimoto's disease.

Why is chronic inflammation often overlooked in medical treatments?

Most practitioners and people aren't aware of the root causes of chronic inflammation. Without identifying and addressing these causes, the inflammation can't be effectively treated.

What are the five major root causes of chronic inflammation?

The five major root causes of chronic inflammation are poor dietary choices, chronic stress, nutritional deficiencies (especially vitamin D and omega-3s), exposure to toxins, and chronic infections in the body.

How does a poor diet contribute to chronic inflammation?

A poor diet, especially one high in sugar, processed foods, dairy, and gluten, contributes to chronic inflammation by introducing harmful substances that trigger immune responses and cause long-term bodily harm.

Which foods should be eliminated to reduce inflammation?

To reduce inflammation, eliminate foods such as sugar (including honey and jaggery), fast food, processed foods, fried foods, dairy (like milk and cheese), and gluten.

What are some anti-inflammatory foods to include in the diet?

Anti-inflammatory foods include colorful non-starchy vegetables, high-quality proteins like nuts, seeds, beans, lentils, fish, and grass-fed beef, and healthy fats like omega-3-rich fish, avocados, and olive oil.

What is an example of an anti-inflammatory drink to start the day?

A powerful anti-inflammatory drink includes warm water with grated ginger, turmeric powder, lemon, and stevia. This combination has helped many people reduce inflammation.

How can supplements help reduce chronic inflammation?

Supplements can aid in reducing inflammation by supporting the body with specific nutrients that enhance the anti-inflammatory process. Key supplements include vitamin D with K2, anti-inflammatory herbs like curcumin and ginger, and high-dose omega-3 fatty acids.

Why is vitamin D paired with vitamin K2 important for inflammation?

Vitamin D needs vitamin K2 for optimal absorption and function. Vitamin K2 ensures calcium is deposited in the bones rather than in the arteries or heart, which can be harmful. Together, they help reduce inflammation and support bone health.

What lifestyle changes are recommended to reduce inflammation?

Lifestyle changes include managing stress through meditation or breathing exercises, getting 7-8 hours of quality sleep, and incorporating regular body movement like jogging, walking, or strength training.