What is Inflammation? In simple terms, inflammation is a basic biological response of our immune system to harmful things like pathogens, damaged cells, or toxic substances. Inflammatory processes increase the flow of blood to the affected areas and attract immune cells. Inflammation often manifests as redness, heat, swelling, pain, and sometimes loss of functions. Inflammation can further be divided into acute and chronic. The former is short-term and also necessary while the latter can last for months and is harmful. Recent studies show that diet plays a major role in managing inflammation. Processed foods, refined sugar, and saturated fats cause heightened inflammatory responses. Alternatively, a diet which is rich in plant based foods helps in lowering inflammation and contributes to better health overall. There are several ways in which plant-based diets reduce inflammation. Full of Antioxidants: Fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins like A, C, and E, and other…