The Inflammation-Free Diet Plan: The Scientific Way to Lose Weight, Banish Pain, Prevent Disease, and Slow Aging »

Monica Reinagel, M.S., C.N.S., is the author of several health books and creator of the IF Rating™ system for estimating the inflammatory effects of foods. She is Chief Nutritionist for NutritionData.com, the internet's leading nutrition site, where she writes a daily blog on health and nutrition and a bi-weekly e-letter read by 50,000 subscribers. Monica is also a regular contributor to Epicurious.com, national magazines, and radio programs. Monica holds a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition and is a board-certified nutrition specialist.

Praise for The Inflammation-Free Diet Plan

"Cellular inflammation is the basis for all the most common degenerative diseases that plague the majority of our population. The Inflammation-Free Diet Plan shows you exactly how to prevent—and even reverse—this deadly process."

—Christiane Northrup, M.D., author of Mother-Daughter Wisdom, The Wisdom of Menopause, and Women's Bodies, Women's Wisdom

"Inflammation contributes to more pain, disease, and disability than any other condition. Unfortunately, many people unwittingly eat foods that greatly contribute to inflammation. This useful book explains how to eat to remain inflammation-free and healthy."

—Susan M. Lark, M.D., author of Fibroid Tumors & Endometriosis Self-Help Book and The Lark Letter newsletter

"Just what the doctor ordered! When it comes to making the latest research practical and delicious, Monica Reinagel's The Inflammation-Free Diet Plan is a healing prescription you can't beat!"

—Ann Louise Gittleman, Ph.D., author of The Fat Flush Plan and Before the Change

Monica Reinagel, M.S., C.N.S., is the author of several health books and creator of the IF Rating™ system for estimating the inflammatory effects of foods. She is Chief Nutritionist for NutritionData.com, the internet's leading nutrition site, where she writes a daily blog on health and nutrition and a bi-weekly e-letter read by 50,000 subscribers. Monica is also a regular contributor to Epicurious.com, national magazines, and radio programs. Monica holds a Master's Degree in Human Nutrition and is a board-certified nutrition specialist.

List of Tables and Figures     v
Foreword   Julius Torelli, M.D.     vii
Acknowledgments     xi
Introduction: Do You Need to Read This Book?     xiii
The Silent Enemy: Determining Your Risk     1
Why Excessive Inflammation Is So Common     3
Who Is at Risk     5
What You Can Do to Fight Inflammation     10
How the Foods You Eat Affect Inflammation     17
How the IF Rating Is Calculated     18
What the IF Ratings Reveal     27
Frequently Asked Questions About the Ratings     41
Reducing Inflammation in Your Body     47
Inflammation Self-Assessment     48
Customizing Your Inflammation-Free Diet     51
Planning Your Meals     55
Evaluating and Revising Recipes     59
Meal Plans for the Inflammation-Free Diet     62
Recipes for the Inflammation-Free Diet     88
The IF Rating Tables     135
How to Use the Tables     135
IF Ratings: A to Z     137
IF Ratings by Category     218
Selected References     273
Index     277