Is Mayonnaise Anti Inflammatory
Store-bought mayo is a chemistry experiment. Most brands add sugar, preservatives, and modified starches. Sugar is a known inflammatory villain, so you’re basically layering on the problem.
Homemade mayonnaise, however, is a different story. When you make it yourself, you control the oil. You can use a high-quality olive oil or even a mix of olive and avocado oil. You also avoid all the weird stabilizers and hidden sugars.
Making your own mayo is surprisingly easy, and you’ll feel like a culinary wizard. Plus, it gives you a legitimate excuse to tell your friends, “Sorry, I can’t go out, I’m emulsifying.”
The Verdict on Your Gut
Here’s another twist: how your body reacts to mayo depends on your gut biome. Some people have a sensitivity to eggs or certain oils, which can cause a local inflammatory response. If you feel bloated after a chicken salad, it might not be the chicken’s fault.
But for most of us, eating a reasonable amount of high-quality mayo isn’t going to light up your body like a Christmas tree. It’s the quantity and the quality that matter.
A dollop here, a spread there? Totally fine. A whole cup on your burger? Maybe rethink your life choices (and your arteries).
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