Anyone know of a natural anti-inflammatory food/drink?

[KebabMeister]

I'm looking for a food or drink that has natural anti-inflammatory elements? Some kind of tea or fruit or vegetable?

[scarew]

too many chillis hey? ALoe vera drinks and straight aloe vera can be taken orally and are available from most health stores and herb gardens

[KebabMeister]

Thank you, I'll keep an eye out for that! The tea that sprang to mind is Geng Sing or something like that. What properties does that have? I'm currently taking anti-inflammatories for a foot injury but I'm moving to Germany soon and it might be awhile before I get some new medication, hence I would prefer the natural remedy! :)

[Scarlett]

http://www.oldandsold.com/articles02/health14.shtml This may be of use! Try the honey with cider vinegar and water. And turmeric is supposed to be good for inflammation too!

[Helene]

Hi! I am a registered dietitian. You can learn about my background at www.healthypeople.com. Cherry powder is a powerful anti-inflammatory and contains COX-2 inhibitors like those found in Vioxx and Celebrex. Cherries also contain melatonin, a powerful anti-oxidant and sleep aid. You can buy cherry powder by the pound and keep it in the "crisper" section of your fridge. In fact a friend of mine, Barry Schneider, grows and manufacturers a variety of fruit powders, including blueberry, cherry, cranberry, etc. His cell phone number in the United States is 216-496-2470 or 716-735-7722, for his plant in Up-state New York. I am not sure how much he charges for a pound. Maybe 30.00 plus postage, but don't quote me. For a cold beverage, add the cherry powder to a large glass container filled with filtered water. You can also do a combo, like cranberry (unsweetened) plus cherry powder. For a hot cup of tea, add one teaspoon, or to your taste of cherry powder. You can sweeten with stevia leaf, if you feel the need for a sweeter beverage.