Dr. Rajsree’s Guide to INFLAMMATION: Root Causes, Consequences, and Natural Treatments
is a natural bodily response to injury or infection. However, when it becomes chronic, it can contribute to various health issues. 1. How Inflammation Affects Your Health > News > Yale Medicine
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While the specific trigger can vary, several common factors contribute to inflammation:
Acute Inflammation Triggers
Infection: Bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. 1. In brief: What is an inflammation? – InformedHealth.org – NCBI Bookshelf
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Injury: Physical trauma.
Chronic Inflammation Triggers
Diet: High consumption of processed foods, sugary drinks, and unhealthy fats. 1. Anti Inflammatory Diet | Johns Hopkins Medicine
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Lifestyle: Lack of physical activity, poor sleep, and chronic stress. 1. What Is Inflammation? Types, Causes & Treatment – Cleveland Clinic
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Obesity: Excess body fat, especially visceral fat. 1. The Link Between Belly Fat and Cardiovascular Disease | University Hospitals
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Environmental factors: Exposure to toxins, pollution, and allergens. 1. What Is Inflammation? Types, Causes & Treatment – Cleveland Clinic
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Gut health: Imbalance of gut bacteria (dysbiosis). 1. Microbiome and Gut Dysbiosis – PubMed
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Genetics: Predisposition to certain inflammatory conditions. 1. International study finds genetic risk for chronic inflammation | UW School of Public Health
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It’s important to note that these factors often interact with each other, creating a complex interplay that contributes to chronic inflammation.