The problem starts with how doctors typically test for heart disease. Traditional lipid panels focus on cholesterol—a waxy substance that can build up in arteries—and triglycerides, a type of fat that ...

There are two types of inflammation: acute and chronic. Acute inflammation is the kind that lasts a few hours, days, or weeks, and it’s helpful to healing. It’s your immune system’s response when ...

Long-term (chronic) inflammation in your body has been linked with several types of cancer, in addition to other serious conditions. One recent study found that 20% of cancer-related deaths were ...

STAY DRY AND SEE A LITTLE SUNSHINE THIS AFTERNOON. WHEN YOU HAVE AN INJURY, THE AFFECTED AREA CAN GET INFLAMED. BUT WHAT EXACTLY IS INFLAMMATION AND CAN IT BE DANGEROUS? WELL, KOAT, UNM HEALTH EXPERT ...

What comes first — inflammation or disease? When the body is in an inflammatory state, it can start to destroy the very things it needs to function, such as our vital organs and blood vessels. Why do ...

They may help reduce your risk of various chronic diseases.

Plus, easy ways to curb symptoms.

Your body often gives subtle signals when inflammation is present. Read on as Dr Vishakha explains how to recognise these early signs to address the issue effectively.

Inflammation is a popular buzzword that isn’t always well-understood. At its most basic level, inflammation is your body’s way of protecting itself from injuries and things that can make you sick, ...

“Flaxseeds are an excellent source of dietary fiber, protein, and omega-3 fatty acids—helping to lower inflammation, LDL or 'bad’ cholesterol, and blood sugar,” Kelsey Costa, M.S., R.D.N., says.

Manage your inflammation and set a positive tone for your day with these simple morning habits. Reviewed by Dietitian Mandy Enright, M.S., RDN, RYT Inflammation can wreak havoc on the body, and ...