Tackling Tendinitis or any inflammatory condition

As a qualified nutritionist and acupuncturist, I’m tackling a flare-up of tendinitis (aka tennis elbow). If you have any condition ending in -itis, it means inflammation. Here are my top 5 recovery tips:

1. Boosting Anti-Inflammatory Foods: Incorporating turmeric (with fats and black pepper to enhance absorption), ginger, olives, extra virgin olive oil (rich in oleocanthal), avocado, green tea (high in catechins), berries (loaded with antioxidants), and nuts.

2. Increasing Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Eating more oily fish like wild salmon, mackerel, and sardines (high in EPA and DHA), flaxseeds, chia seeds, and walnuts. I also love the omega-3 supplement by @barebiology, which supports heart health and reduces inflammation.

3. Avoiding Inflammatory Foods: Steering clear of processed foods, refined grains/sugars, alcohol, gluten (temporarily to reduce gut inflammation), eggs, red meat, and dairy. These foods can promote the production of pro-inflammatory cytokines.

4. Watching Oil Quality: Avoiding poor-quality oils like vegetable and rapeseed oil, which can be high in omega-6 fatty acids that promote inflammation. Stick to organic extra virgin olive oil, stored properly to maintain its beneficial properties.

5. Regular Acupuncture and Cupping:Keeping the area warm to enhance blood flow and reduce inflammation. Acupuncture releases endorphins and boosts circulation, while cupping helps detoxify and relieve muscle tension. No ice baths or cold compresses, as cold can slow the healing process.

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