Swap THIS for THAT (Inflammation Edition) Instead of ................................Refined White Sugar Try this..................................... Raw Local Honey (or Manuka) Why? .......................................Contains polyphenols and enzymes that support gut health. White sugar is a "pure" inflammatory trigger. It provides empty calories that fuel pathogenic bacteria in the gut, leading to increased intestinal permeability (leaky gut) and systemic inflammation. In contrast, Raw Honey—specifically Manuka—contains compounds like methylglyoxal and various antioxidants that actually help dampen the inflammatory response. While it is still a sugar and should be used mindfully, it brings medicinal properties to the table rather than just metabolic stress. I know there is a loooot of talk about sugar on every level and on every platform. But what I don´t like are the extremes: eliminate sugar for good (including not eating fresh fruit) or defent sugar as it is in everything. Moderation is key, at the end of the day. Our diet shouldn´t be a perfect but ballanced, enjoyable and shared. Live long and prosper! 😀

Welcome to the Anti-Inflammatory Lifestyle Community! It is a place where we talk about the Mediterrean diet with few adapted versions (vegan, vegetarian, specific condition related etc) and we share our progress and knowledge. I am a licenced dietician with more than 15 years of practice and I might say that a community helps a lot with steady yet consistent progress. There are specific courses that you might consider taking - check the Classroom tab and whatever curiosity or specific questions you might have, I am right here. Have a great week!