The concept of pro-inflammatory or anti-inflammatory diet relates to impact of a dietary component on inflammatory biomarkers (various cytokines and C-reactive protein).
Parameter
Pro-Inflammatory
Anti-Inflammatory
beverages
sweetened drinks
tea, coffee, wine
meats
red or processed
vegetables
leafy greens; yellow
fruits
any
grains and starches
refined carbohydrates
whole grains, fiber
vitamins
vitamin B12
vitamins A, C, D, E, B6, folate, niacin, riboflavin, thiamine
fats
trans, saturated
unsaturated
Diets high in pro-inflammatory nutritions are associated with obesity, irritable bowel syndrome and cardiovascular disease.
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