Dr. Artemis Morris is a leading expert on anti-inflammatory nutrition, an internationally recognized educator in integrative medicine, and the medical director of Artemis Wellness Center.

Molly Rossiter is an award-winning writer who covers new research in science and self-improvement. She has more than 34 years of news and feature writing experience.

Introduction 1

Part 1: Taking the Mystery Out of Inflammation 5

Chapter 1: Inflammation, Food, and You 7

Chapter 2: Understanding How Food Can Be Your Body's Enemy 19

Chapter 3: Determining Inflammation's Role in Chronic Diseases 37

Chapter 4: Finding the Link: Inflammation and Women's Health 65

Part 2: Deciphering Anti-Inflammatory Nutrition 73

Chapter 5: Filling Your Plate to Fight Inflammation 75

Chapter 6: Making the Right Diet Choice for You 89

Chapter 7: Feeling the Love (or Hate) in Fats 97

Chapter 8: Conquering Carbohydrates 107

Chapter 9: Getting the Right Kinds of Protein 121

Chapter 10: Indulging in Sweets 129

Part 3: Enjoying Recipes for Less Inflammation and Better Health 135

Chapter 11: Starting the Day: Unbeatable Breakfasts 137

Chapter 12: Something on the Side: Appetizers and Snacks 159

Chapter 13: Bringing Out the Bowls: Soups 189

Chapter 14: Eating the Rainbow: Salads 207

Chapter 15: Making the Main Course: Basic Entrees 225

Chapter 16: Cranking Your Entrees Up a Notch 241

Chapter 17: Topping It Off: Desserts 261

Part 4: Living an Anti-Inflammatory Lifestyle 277

Chapter 18: Making Home Cooking Less Inflammatory 279

Chapter 19: Keeping Your Cool When Dining Out 295

Chapter 20: Looking at Prescription-Drug Alternatives and Supplements 309

Chapter 21: Making Strides against Inflammation 325

Part 5: The Part of Tens 337

Chapter 22: Ten (Plus One) Benefits of Stopping Inflammation 339

Chapter 23: Ten Inflammation-Fighting Foods 345

Appendix A: Metric Conversion Guide 353

Index 357