You may know that the SHAPE Program helps reduce inflammation. But, what exactly is inflammation?
Inflammation is the body’s healthy response to injury or acute infection. If you break your arm, you want your body to send all of its efforts to that area so it can heal. With an infection, like food poisoning, your body creates inflammation to get that poison out as quickly as possible so that it doesn’t cause serious damage. This is why you have an inflammatory response! It can keep you alive and accelerate healing in certain situations.
Inflammation becomes a problem when it doesn’t go away after a threat subsides or shows up when there’s no real threat at all. This is considered chronic inflammation, and it is one of the main underlying causes of many common symptoms and conditions.
If you experience any of these, you are dealing with chronic inflammation:
Acne
Anxiety
Asthma
Chest pain
Cough
Depression
Diabetes
Eczema/Psoriasis
Environmental allergies
Fibromyalgia
Food allergies
Headaches
Heart disease
Hot flashes
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Joint pain or stiffness
Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
Sinus problems
Weight gain
Chronic inflammation can have many causes: surgery, injury, aging, immune deficiency, long-term physical or emotional stress, to name a few. But, a diet containing sugar-laden and processed foods is one of the biggest culprits of chronic inflammation.
Here is a list of common inflammatory foods:
Artificial colors (in candy, juice, powdered drink mixes, etc.)
Artificial preservatives
Artificial sweeteners
Deep-fried foods (fried chicken, French fries, donuts)
Excess alcohol (beer and wine, but especially hard liquor)
Excess caffeine (energy drinks, coffee, tea)
Hydrogenated oils (margarine, pre-packaged baked goods)
Monosodium glutamate, or MSG (in salty junk food like flavored chips)
Processed meat (bologna, deli meat made with nitrates/nitrites)
If you have food sensitivities or allergies, add those foods to the above list. For example, if you have Celiac disease, anything containing gluten would be inflammatory.
Common allergenic foods include:
Baker’s yeast (not nutritional yeast)
Beans/Legumes
Corn
Dairy
Eggs
Fish, shellfish
Gluten – wheat, rye, barley and some oats
Nightshade vegetables – eggplant, peppers, potatoes and tomatoes
Nuts
Soy
The SHAPE Program eliminates inflammatory foods and offers you an opportunity to discover food sensitivities and allergies. In Phase I of the program, your body gets a chance to cleanse toxins (and excess weight, if that is one of your goals) and significantly reduce chronic inflammation. Then, in Phase II, you slowly add back foods you eliminated in Phase I. While in Phase II, be sure to pay attention and make note of any inflammatory reactions.
Inflammatory reactions can include:
Brain fog
Congestion
Digestive issues
Fatigue
Headaches
Joint pain
Mood swings
Skin rashes
Weight gain
Then, in Phase III, you can slowly re-introduce carbohydrates such as beans, grains, root vegetables and even some sweets (to the extent you feel comfortable – some choose not to re-introduce sweet foods at all). Because your body is cleansed and no longer inflamed, you will be able to get an accurate assessment of the foods that work for you and those that do not. You may find that some of your favorite foods were the ones that contributed to the symptoms you were experiencing before beginning your SHAPE Program journey.
The SHAPE Program is designed to restore and transform total health. It is successful for so many people because it gets to the root cause of so many common health problems, namely inflammation.
Don’t believe me? Check out these testimonials from SHAPE patients/clients who have experienced incredible healing through the SHAPE Program. Ready to apply! Schedule a call today!
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At Krehbiel Natural Health, we believe in the transformative power of personalized wellness. Gwen, after healing from breast cancer 100% naturally, is on a mission to empower women ready to embrace holistic health, reclaiming vitality and well-being naturally. We prioritize deep connections, creating a nurturing environment where clients feel heard, supported, and inspired on their health journeys. Through personalized care, including SHAPE ReClaimed and cutting-edge technology like ZYTO Bioscan, alongside lifestyle changes, we guide our clients towards sustainable wellness. If you're ready to take the first step on your journey toward a healthier you, book a consultation with us today.
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Medical disclaimer: This information is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking medical treatment. Medical conditions require medical care.
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