Other anti-inflammatory foods include oily fish, nuts, flaxseed, flax oil, and leafy vegetables—because all these items are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Your body requires omega-3s to reduce inflammation and keep telomeres healthy. Omega-3s help form cell membranes throughout the body, keeping the cell structure fluid and stable. In addition, the cell can convert omega-3s into hormones that regulate inflammation and blood clotting; they help determine whether artery walls are rigid or relaxed.
