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YSTEMIC inflammation is quite the buzzword in health circles these days. The link between ongoing inflammation in the body and chronic diseases (such as rheumatoid arthritis, vascular disease and certain cancers) is becoming more conclusive.

As part of a shift to an overall healthier diet there is growing interest in specific foods that display antiinflammatory activity.

Turmeric has had its fair share in the spotlight, but now attention is on other foods, with the humble oat having its moment to shine.