Inflammation can be both good and bad. On one hand, it helps your body defend itself from infection and injury. On the other hand, chronic inflammation can lead to disease. Stress, low activity levels, and foods that cause inflammation can make this risk even greater. (Learn more with...
Inflammation is a natural process—but it is by no means comfortable. Brought on by your body's biological response to harmful invaders—such as disease-causing pathogens—inflammation helps your body heal and defend itself. Helpful as it can be, inflammation can also be very harmful if it becomes a chronic...
Vegetables are low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. In addition, many are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for low-carb diets. The definition of a low-carb diet varies widely. Most are under 150 grams of carbs per...
Vegetables are low in calories but rich in vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients. In addition, many are low in carbs and high in fiber, making them ideal for low-carb diets. The definition of a low-carb diet varies widely. Most are under 150 grams of carbs per...
For some patients, just changing to an “anti-inflammatory diet” makes a huge difference in their health; others need more help. Diet will go a long way toward helping your body reduce systemic inflammation and help deal with heart disease and mitigate - even reverse -...
Chronic low-grade inflammation is intimately involved in all stages of atherosclerosis and cholesterol-clogged arteries. Inflammation sets the stage for heart attacks, most strokes, peripheral artery disease, and vascular dementia, a common cause of memory loss. Inflammation isn’t a normal bodily function, and it doesn’t happen on...