65 Anti-Inflammatory Recipes: for everyone over 40

65 Anti-Inflammatory Recipes for Women & Men Over 40** is a practical nutrition guide built around one central idea: chronic low-grade inflammation - what scientists call "inflammaging" - is the root driver of most age-related health decline, and food is one of the most powerful tools to fight it. The core argument** is that after 40, the immune system shifts into a persistent background state of inflammation that silently contributes to joint pain, brain fog, fatigue, heart disease, diabetes, and cognitive decline. The book argues you don't need extreme diets or supplements - just consistent, strategic eating using specific ingredients that have clinically proven anti-inflammatory effects. The 65 recipes** are organized into five chapters - Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks, and Drinks - all designed to be quick (under 45 minutes) and simple. What sets each recipe apart is the "Why It Works" note explaining the actual science: why turmeric paired with black pepper increases curcumin absorption by 2,000%, why cooked tomatoes release more lycopene than raw, why tart cherries reduce post-exercise inflammation at the cellular level. The key nutritional pillars** woven throughout are omega-3 fatty acids (salmon, sardines, walnuts, flaxseed), polyphenol-rich colorful produce (blueberries, beets, pomegranate), fermented foods for gut health (kefir, miso, kimchi), and medicinal spices used daily (turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, garlic). The appendix** rounds out the book with a reference guide to the top 20 anti-inflammatory foods and the specific biochemical reason each one works - covering everything from olive oil's oleocanthal to mushrooms' beta-glucans to resveratrol in red grapes. The overall tone is science-backed but accessible - written for people who want to understand *why* food heals, not just follow a recipe list.

Pages: 72, Paperback, Independently published