It’s the body’s normal response to infection or injury — but chronic inflammation can lead to health issues. Here’s where inflammation can go wrong and tips for preventing it.

The buzzy term gets blamed for many diseases. But it isn’t all bad. Credit...Pete Gamlen Supported by By Nina Agrawal Illustrations by Pete Gamlen Inflammation has become a bit of a dirty word. We ...

When you cut your finger, or get a cold, or sprain your ankle, your immune system quickly triggers a strong inflammatory response. This is what’s called acute inflammation, meaning that it lasts for a ...

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Systemic inflammation, long recognized to be associated with an increased risk for cardiovascular (CV) events, has now been labelled “actionable” by the American College of Cardiology (ACC). This ...

New research is shedding light on surprising ways to reduce chronic inflammation—including suggestions as simple as flossing your teeth. From infrared saunas to meditation, there are several steps you ...

Anyone who’s ever scraped their knee on a dirty playground is familiar with the stinging inflammation that manifests soon after the injury. It’s the immune system’s effort to restrict and neutralize ...

Inflammation has become somewhat of a wellness buzzword in recent years. It's often used as a scapegoat for a myriad of vague health problems: fatigue, bloating, acne, weight gain, brain fog. The list ...