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Tofu

-1.0

Plant-based protein with isoflavones and polyunsaturated fats provides mild anti-inflammatory benefits for most individuals.

Ingredient score breakdown

Isoflavones

-0.7

Phytoestrogens like genistein reduce inflammatory cytokine production

Polyunsaturated fats

-0.4

Contains omega-3 ALA which has modest anti-inflammatory effects

Calcium

+0.1

Fortified calcium may have neutral to slightly pro-inflammatory effects in excess

Why this score

This score is ingredient-based and weighted by DII-inspired evidence. Foods with added sugar, refined starches, and heavy processing trend higher; foods with fiber, omega-3, and polyphenols trend lower.

FODMAP note

Firm tofu is low FODMAP in small servings, though silken varieties may be higher in oligosaccharides.

Healthier alternatives

  • tempeh
  • wild salmon

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