The Power of Food: How Preventive Nutrition Can Reduce Inflammation and Lower Your Risk of Autoimmune Disease

Chronic inflammation is often called the “silent driver” of disease. While short-term inflammation helps your body heal, long-term inflammation can damage tissues and increase your risk of serious conditions, including heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, osteoporosis, and certain cancers.

The encouraging news? One of the most powerful tools to reduce inflammation is already in your daily routine—what you eat.

 

In this six-part series, featuring Brooke Goldner, M.D., learn how simple, food-based strategies can help your body heal, protect your long-term health, and reduce disease risk.

These live educational webinars include a Q&A, giving participants the opportunity to ask questions.

 

Session 1: Reversing Bone Loss with Food

Tuesday, June 9 | NOON CT

Bone loss isn’t just about aging, it’s also linked to inflammation and oxidative stress that disrupt the balance between bone breakdown and formation.

Emerging research shows that diets rich in fruits, vegetables, and natural antioxidants may help support bone health and reduce bone turnover.

Register here: https://events.aarp.org/event/TX-609-MED/summary

 

Session 2: Fighting Pain with Food

Arthritis pain is often driven by inflammatory processes in the joints. Studies show dietary patterns, especially plant-rich and Mediterranean-style diets—can help reduce inflammation and improve symptoms.

Registration link coming soon.

 

Session 3: The Top 3 That Drive Inflammation

Not all foods support your health. In fact, certain foods can trigger chronic inflammation when consumed regularly.

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Session 4: The 3 Foods You Need to Optimize Your Health

While avoiding harmful foods matters, adding the right foods is just as powerful.

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Session 5: Why It’s So Hard to Give Up Unhealthy Foods

If changing your diet feels tough, you’re not alone. Many ultra-processed foods are designed to be highly palatable, making them easy to overeat.

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Session 6: Prevent Cancer with Food and Those That Increase Risk

Chronic inflammation plays a major role in cancer development by damaging cells and DNA over time. An anti-inflammatory diet may help reduce cancer risk.

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