6 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Try

Pain Treatment Diet Booster: Rooibos Tea
Tea made from the rooibos bush native to South Africa is rich in polyphenols, plant-based substances that act as antioxidants, which can protect the body's cells from damage by free radicals, according to a review published in the journal Physiotherapy Research. "Many antioxidants are also anti-inflammatory," says Jonny Bowden, PhD, CNS, a Los Angeles-based nutritionist and author of The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth. Oolong, white, and green teas also contain high levels of antioxidants and can treat pain, Bowden adds. The best way to enjoy rooibos tea and its antioxidant-rich cousins is to simply grab a tea bag, a cup of hot water, and brew some soothing chronic pain relief.

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