Mackenzie Burgess
Mar 17, 2025
6. Avocados
Creamy, versatile and packed with nutrients, avocados are an ideal anti-inflammatory food to eat this spring. One standard avocado contains 13.5 grams of fiber and is rich in heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and antioxidants—all of which help combat inflammation.8 Avocados are available year-round, but in the United States, California avocados often peak from spring through summer.9
Kristy Del Coro, M.S., RDN, LDN, spokesperson for Avocados – Love One Today points out their anti-inflammatory benefits. “A randomized controlled study found that C-reactive protein (a marker of inflammation in the body) was significantly lower at the end of the 12-week study in the participants with insulin resistance who ate avocado in place of a carbohydrate food as part of their usual diet,” she says.10
How to enjoy: Blend avocado into smoothies for a silky texture, mash it onto whole-grain toast with a spoonful of spicy chile flakes, or try making avocado truffles by mixing mashed ripe avocado with melted dark chocolate and rolling in cocoa powder for a rich, nutrient-dense treat.