As for anti-inflammatory foods you should eat more of, vegetables are a key staple. Dark leafy greens such as kale, collard greens and Swiss chard contain powerful antioxidants, flavonoids, carotenoids and vitamin C that can help protect against cellular damage. Ideally, opt for organic locally grown veggies that are in season, and consider eating a fair amount of them raw. If you struggle with autoimmune disease or have significant inflammation in your body, though, consider limiting vegetables with high lectin content. Some highlectin foods can be made safer to eat through proper soaking and cooking, as well as fermenting and sprouting R E S O L U T I O N S F O R 2 0 2 0 | D R . J O S E P H M E R C O L A