Beyond the Smoothie: Simple 3-Ingredient Snacks That Crush Chronic Inflammation

Lisette Marie

25. Watermelon, Mint, and Feta Skewers

High angle of delicious vegetarian salad with fresh basil and beans with red pepper and eggs with sauce on white plate at table in restaurant. Photo Credit: Pexels @Maria Bortolotto

For a refreshing, hydrating, and surprisingly impactful snack, assemble this Mediterranean-inspired trio. Watermelon is high in lycopene, a powerful carotenoid antioxidant that combats inflammation, especially in skin and joints, and it also aids hydration. Pairing it with a few cubes of feta cheese adds protein and a salty contrast, which helps slow down the sugar absorption from the melon. The addition of fresh mint leaves not only brightens the flavor but contributes rosmarinic acid, an antioxidant compound with anti-allergic and anti-inflammatory properties. Simply thread the ingredients onto a toothpick for a colorful, effortless, and sophisticated bite.

26. Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Apple Cider Vinegar

Close-up of delicious roasted Brussels sprouts in a cast iron skillet, perfect for a healthy meal. Photo Credit: Pexels @Sebastian Coman Photography

This unconventional, crunchy snack is a raw-food power move against inflammation. Finely shredded raw Brussels sprouts (or pre-shredded coleslaw mix) are a cruciferous powerhouse, rich in glucosinolates and fiber, which help detoxify the body and fight inflammation at the cellular level. Tossing them lightly with extra virgin olive oil provides healthy fat for satiety and potent polyphenols. The sharp, tangy finish comes from a splash of apple cider vinegar (ACV), which may assist with gut health and blood sugar regulation—two key factors in controlling inflammation. Enjoy this as a mini-slaw for maximum crunch and maximum benefit.

BACK

(13 of 23)

<div class="ads ads-1 collapse-container group-display-adsense unit-2024-desktop-rail-336x600-long zone-slideshow-desktop-rail-bottom">
<script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     crossorigin="anonymous"></script>

<ins class="adsbygoogle"
     style="display:inline-block;width:300px;height:600px"
     data-ad-client="ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     data-ad-slot="7087745678"></ins>
<script>
     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
</script>
<script>
  addBlurHandler('sdr-bottom', function (el, zone) {
    if (cf_utm_source === 'bing') {
        uetqApi('outbound_click', {
            'event_category': 'PPC',
            'event_label': 'Adsense',
            'event_value': '1'
        });
        console.log('Fired bing.');
    }
	
	if (cf_utm_source === 'google') {
		gtag('event', 'conversion', {
			'send_to': 'AW-17008664059/yUYKCMCtl7kaEPu7rq4_',
			'value': 0.0,
			'currency': 'USD'
		});
    	console.log('Fired Google Conversion.');
	}
	
    console.log('Fired pixel.');
});
</script>
</div>

OpenAI Playground 2025-05-13 at 10.55.45.png

<div class="ads ads-1 collapse-container group-display-adsense unit-2024-desktop-rail-336x280-sticky zone-slideshow-desktop-rail-sticky">
<script async src="https://pagead2.googlesyndication.com/pagead/js/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     crossorigin="anonymous"></script>

<ins class="adsbygoogle"
     style="display:inline-block;width:300px;height:280px"
     data-ad-client="ca-pub-6736552601239305"
     data-ad-slot="9869999824"></ins>
<script>
     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});
</script>
<script>
  addBlurHandler('sdr-sticky', function (el, zone) {
    if (cf_utm_source === 'bing') {
        uetqApi('outbound_click', {
            'event_category': 'PPC',
            'event_label': 'Adsense',
            'event_value': '1'
        });
        console.log('Fired bing.');
    }
	
	if (cf_utm_source === 'google') {
	  gtag('event', 'conversion', {
		'send_to': 'AW-17008664059/yUYKCMCtl7kaEPu7rq4_',
		'value': 0.0,
		'currency': 'USD'
	  });
	  console.log('Fired Google Conversion.');
  	}

console.log('Fired pixel.');
});
</script>
</div>

25. Watermelon, Mint, and Feta Skewers

26. Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Apple Cider Vinegar

MORE FROM HealthPrep