Dr. Rajsree’s Guide to INFLAMMATION: Root Causes, Consequences, and Natural Treatments By rjoachim | July 31, 2024 Inflammationis 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 Medicinewww.yalemedicine.orgWhile the specific trigger can vary, several common factors contribute to inflammation:Acute Inflammation TriggersInfection: Bacterial, viral, or fungal infections. 1. In brief: What is an inflammation? – InformedHealth.org – NCBI Bookshelfwww.ncbi.nlm.nih.govInjury: Physical trauma.Chronic Inflammation TriggersDiet: High consumption of processed foods, sugary drinks, and unhealthy fats. 1. Anti Inflammatory Diet | Johns Hopkins Medicinewww.hopkinsmedicine.orgLifestyle: Lack of physical activity, poor sleep, and chronic stress. 1. What Is Inflammation? Types, Causes & Treatment – Cleveland Clinicmy.clevelandclinic.orgObesity: Excess body fat, especially visceral fat. 1. The Link Between Belly Fat and Cardiovascular Disease | University Hospitalswww.uhhospitals.orgEnvironmental factors: Exposure to toxins, pollution, and allergens. 1. What Is Inflammation? Types, Causes & Treatment – Cleveland Clinicmy.clevelandclinic.orgGut health: Imbalance of gut bacteria (dysbiosis). 1. Microbiome and Gut Dysbiosis – PubMedpubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.govGenetics: Predisposition to certain inflammatory conditions. 1. International study finds genetic risk for chronic inflammation | UW School of Public Healthsph.washington.eduIt’s important to note that these factors often interact with each other, creating a complex interplay that contributes to chronic inflammation. Facebook Posted in Stress Management & Relief and tagged chronic stress, Inflammation, obesity, Poor sleep