In this video, Doctor Andrea Furlan explains that there is a relationship between food that we eat and pain. Chronic inflammation may lead to chronic pain, and there are nutrients in our Western diet that predispose to more inflammation. People with autoimmune diseases are prone to more inflammation because their immune system is attacking their own cells using inflammation. We don’t know if fibromyalgia is an autoimmune disease or not, but people with fibromyalgia have more inflammatory markers than people without fibromyalgia. Changing their diet has a great impact on chronic inflammation. Doctor Furlan explains strategies to change eating habits and how to incorporate an anti-inflammatory diet: 00:00 Introduction 00:49 What is inflammation? 01:16 Autoimmune diseases 01:41 Fibromyalgia 02:00 Obesity and inflammation 02:29 Disclaimer 03:19 1) refined carbohydrates and gluten 03:33 2) sugars and sweeteners 04:09 3) pops, soda, carbonated drinks 04:28 4) processed food 05:44 5) trans fats and hydrogenated oils 06:34 6) red meat foods 07:22 7) alcohol 07:54 8) coffee 08:24 9) packaged snacks 09:22 Handout 09:33 P.S.C.E principle
============================================= ALERT: This video is not intended to replace medical advice. If you think you have a condition that is causing you pain, please consult with your doctor to get a diagnosis and a treatment plan for you. The intent of this video is only for educational purposes. If there is any emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call 911. CLOSED CAPTIONS in this video have not been professionally verified. =============================================
