In this Healthy Lifestyle Solutions Podcast episode, host Maya Acosta discusses chronic inflammation and its link to chronic diseases such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's. She explains how a plant-based diet, rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber, can reduce inflammation and improve overall health. Key takeaways:Chronic inflammation is a natural response of our immune system to infection, injury, or stress. However, when it becomes chronic, it can lead to a wide range of chronic diseases, such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease.Plant-based diets are linked with a lower risk of chronic diseases due to their anti-inflammatory properties. They are rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber and are lower in saturated fats and cholesterol.Check out a list of twenty foods you should add to your diet regularly. Maya will provide meal ideas.Resources mentioned:National Health Association's Virtual ConferenceSeven Reasons Why Your Gut Needs FiberDoctor In The House episodesSupport the showConnect with UsWebsite: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsInstagram: @healthylifestylesolutionsYouTube channel: Healthy Lifestyle SolutionsSubscribe to our newsletter: Our NewsletterLeave us a message: Speak Pipe VoicemailRate Me: https://ratethispodcast.com/hls