What? Cardiovascular Inflammation

Ok, so I'm a Health and Wellness Coach and I've been diagnosed with Cardiovascular Inflammation.  That is not supposed to happen to me.  But it did, so it's another experience I can chalk up to life lessons, right? 

What exactly is CI?  CRP (C-reactive protein) is a protein that builds up in your body only when there is inflammation somewhere.  Some of the conditions of CRP:

• Heart Attack
• Inflammatory Bowel Disease (that doesn't even sound good)
• Arthritis
• Lupus
• Obesity (well hello belly fat)
• Alzheimer's (I think I have this)
• Cancer  (No thanks, I've seen how this bad boy works)
• Aging (And I thought is was b/c I'm going to be 49 next month!)
• Blood Sugar disorders
• Strokes

Looks like I've got to nip this one quick fast and in a hurry!  I have no time for any of these things.  Started researching an anti-inflammatory life style change (I don't use the word diet, I hate that word).  Eating fewer refined carbs and high-glycemic foods and of course engaging in moderate physical activity (no I did not say exercise) along with losing a few extra pounds will take priority over any pharmaceutical approach! 

Made a batch of ginger water.  Yes, ginger is a great anti-inflammatory!  Made a hot tea with it this morning adding some agave and cinnamon.  I will add pictures and a recipe for the ginger water this evening!

Until then, I hope everyone has a happy and healthy Friday!