Let’s look at some of the anti-inflammatory foods that you can add to your training diet as a cyclist to overcome inflammation :

• Fatty fish: they are great sources of omega-3 fatty acids DHA and EPA along with being a good source of protein. Best sources of omega-3 rich fishes are salmon, sardines, herring, mackerel, etc. The DHA and EPA help to reduce inflammation that is a risk factor for diabetes, metabolic syndromes and heart diseases.
• Broccoli: Cruciferous vegetables have anti-inflammatory effects because of the antioxidant content in them. Broccoli consists of sulforaphane that is an antioxidant which helps to reduce inflammation.
• Avocados: They consist of magnesium, potassium, fibre and healthy fats along with tocopherols and carotenoids. All these compounds help to reduce inflammation.
• Green tea: The EGCG in green tea helps to inhibit inflammation and also protect our cells from any damage.
• Peppers: They have a high vitamin C content along with antioxidants that provides us with a good anti-inflammatory effect. Bell peppers are rich in quercetin which is an antioxidant that helps to reduce oxidative damage.
• Mushrooms: They consist of selenium, copper and all the B Vitamins along with phenols and antioxidants that have anti-inflammatory effects. However, to reap most of its benefits eat them lightly cooked or raw as too much of cooking lowers their anti-inflammatory properties.
• Turmeric: It has good curcumin content with great anti-inflammatory properties. If a person consumes 1g of curcumin along with piperine (found in black pepper) it helps to decrease inflammation to a good extent. Piperine helps to boost curcumin absorption in the body.
• Extra virgin olive oil: It is one of the best and healthiest fats. Oleocanthal is an antioxidant which is found in olive oil that has anti-inflammatory properties.
• Dark chocolate and cocoa: The flavonoid compounds (antioxidants) in them helps to reduce inflammation.

In conclusion, antioxidant-rich foods help to fight and reduce inflammation and should be included in your daily diet as even low levels of inflammation can lead to a lot of diseases. So include foods in your diet that help you reduce the risk of any illness, letting you stay healthy.