In case you haven’t noticed, our food choices have evolved slightly since the days of early humans. And while that’s mostly a good thing (looking at you, maple almond butter), it also means we consume many things our bodies aren’t familiar with.
When your body recognizes an invader—like a chemical or food allergen—it attacks, causing inflammation in the process. This is mostly a natural (and helpful) response, but when it becomes chronic, it causes trouble. Persistent inflam…