{"id":570746,"date":"2026-07-06T00:15:11","date_gmt":"2026-07-06T00:15:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/570746\/"},"modified":"2026-07-06T00:15:11","modified_gmt":"2026-07-06T00:15:11","slug":"5-delicious-anti-inflammatory-snacks-you-can-prep-in-5-minutes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/570746\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Delicious Anti-Inflammatory Snacks You Can Prep in 5 Minutes"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Good news: You don\u2019t have to jump full-send into a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/mediterranean-lifestyle-longevity\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Mediterranean diet<\/a> to incorporate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/anti-inflammatory-diet-digestion\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">anti-inflammatory foods<\/a> into your routine. There are plenty of healthy, delicious, easy-to-prepare <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/easy-high-protein-snacks\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">snacks<\/a> for a busy workday to help you get started. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/health.clevelandclinic.org\/anti-inflammatory-diet\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Cleveland Clinic<\/a>, some benefits of an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/anti-inflammatory-diet\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">anti-inflammatory diet<\/a> include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/how-to-wake-up-earlier-easier-and-with-more-energy\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">increased energy<\/a>, reduced <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/how-to-deal-with-brain-fog\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">brain fog<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/habits-help-reduce-bloating\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">reduced bloating<\/a> and gastrointestinal symptoms\u2014perfect for fighting the inevitable midday slump. Here are five snacks that\u2019ll help do just the trick.<\/p>\n<p>Apple slices with peanut butter<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/flavonoid-rich-foods-inflammation\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Apples<\/a> are rich in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/powerful-antioxidants\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">antioxidants<\/a>, especially a type called quercetin, which <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC10384403\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">studies<\/a> have linked to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/heart-healthy-foods\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">lower cholesterol<\/a> and blood pressure. The important part is to make sure you leave the skin on your slices\u2014a <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC442131\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2004 study<\/a> found it may have \u201chigher antioxidant activity\u201d than the fruit\u2019s flesh. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/almond-butter-or-peanut-butter-healthier\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Almond butter<\/a> is also a great source of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/easy-tips-for-more-fiber-daily\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">fiber<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/vitamin-e-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">vitamin E<\/a> (a powerful antioxidant), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/calcium-rich-foods-besides-dairy\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">calcium<\/a>, and more. And don\u2019t count out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/anti-inflammatory-spices\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">cinnamon<\/a>\u2014it\u2019s rich in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/polyphenol-rich-foods\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">polyphenols<\/a> (a group of antioxidants) and is known for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/social-connection-inflammation\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">reducing inflammation<\/a>, too.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 apple, sliced<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp natural peanut butter<\/li>\n<li>Pinch of cinnamon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Hummus with olive oil and veggies<\/p>\n<p>The primary ingredient in hummus is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/chickpeas-health-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">chickpeas<\/a>, which, according to a <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC11532829\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2024 scientific review<\/a>, \u201cpossess anti-inflammatory properties that can reduce symptoms of several gastrointestinal diseases, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/low-fodmap-foods\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">IBS<\/a>.\u201d They\u2019re also rich in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/more-protein-than-steak\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">protein<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/fiber-rich-foods-2026\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">fiber<\/a>, and other nutrients. Depending on how you like to enjoy your hummus, vegetables like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/carrot-salad-skin\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">carrots<\/a> and peppers make excellent vessels for the dip, as they\u2019re each packed with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/vitamin-a-foods\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">vitamin A<\/a>, which contains antioxidants.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll need:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1 cup cooked chickpeas<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp tahini<\/li>\n<li>1 tbsp lemon juice<\/li>\n<li>1 garlic clove<\/li>\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil (plus extra for drizzling)<\/li>\n<li>1\/2 tsp salt<\/li>\n<li>2-3 tbsp water<\/li>\n<li>Carrot sticks<\/li>\n<li>Cucumber sticks<\/li>\n<li>1 sliced bell pepper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Blend the chickpeas, tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and water until smooth. Transfer to a bowl, drizzle with a little more olive oil, and serve with fresh carrots, cucumber, and bell pepper sticks.<\/p>\n<p>A\u00e7ai bowl<\/p>\n<p>A\u00e7a\u00ed is a fruit known for its anti-inflammatory properties, and your bowl can be made even more potent by adding other fruits and toppings, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/polyphenol-rich-foods\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">berries<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/chia-seed-water\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">chia seeds<\/a>. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/berry-nice-how-to-fight-dementia-and-depression-at-breakfast\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Berries<\/a> like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/strawberry-health-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">strawberries<\/a>, blueberries, blackberries, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/raspberries-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">raspberries<\/a> are one of the richest dietary sources of polyphenols. Plus, a <a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC5890122\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">2018 scientific review<\/a> notes that they \u201ccontain a large amount of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/vitamin-a-foods\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">vitamins A<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/10-vitamin-c-rich-foods\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">C<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/vitamin-e-benefits\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">E<\/a>, which act as antioxidants and may reduce the inflammation process.\u201d <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/chia-seed-skin-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Chia seeds<\/a> are rich in polyphenols, too, as well as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/vegetarian-sources-of-omega-3s\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">omega-3 fatty acids<\/a>, which are beneficial for cardiovascular health, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vogue.com\/article\/brain-food\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"text link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">brain health<\/a>, and more.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Good news: You don\u2019t have to jump full-send into a Mediterranean diet to incorporate anti-inflammatory foods into your&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":570747,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_share_on_mastodon":"0"},"categories":[277],"tags":[18,135,19,17,508,53274,2555],"class_list":["post-570746","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-nutrition","tag-eire","tag-health","tag-ie","tag-ireland","tag-nutrition","tag-snacks","tag-wellness"],"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/570746","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=570746"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/570746\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/570747"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=570746"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=570746"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/ie\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=570746"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}