While a good diet should in theory be able to protect us from nutrient shortfalls, very few of us are eating a good diet. Only 28% of Britons eat five portions of fruit and veg a day.
Dr Bhavini Shah says: “Unlike many common diets, an anti-inflammatory diet does not dictate the number of calories you must eat, your portion size, or the times you’re allowed to eat. Instead, the diet focuses on eating healthier foods, high in fibre and antioxidants.