A New Definition of Hot & Cold Foods*

Foods are either "hot" pro-inflammatory or "cold" anti-inflammatory. Hot foods set the stage for the burning pain of inflammation, whereas cold foods reduce inflammation.
* Jack Challen, The Inflammation Syndrome, John Wiley Sons, Inc., 2003, p.45

"HOT" PRO-INFLAMMATORY FOODS

Most vegetable oils
French fries
Fried chicken and fish
Margarine
Most salad dressings
Breads and other bakery products
Many packaged microwave foods
Fast food meals
Beverages with sugar