July 6th (Saturday) 💥 Learn about chronic inflammation and eat foods that reduce inflammation!
What is chronic inflammation?
Chronic inflammation refers to a state where the body's immune response remains persistently overactive, causing tissue damage over an extended period. Inflammation is originally a natural defense mechanism of the body to respond to infection or injury. However, chronic inflammation can lead to health problems as these responses persist for a long time.
What are the causes of chronic inflammation?
Chronic infection
Persistent infections such as viruses, bacteria, and parasites can cause inflammation.
🔸️Autoimmune disease
Autoimmune diseases (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, lupus), where the immune system attacks normal body tissues, can cause chronic inflammation.
🔸️Long-term stimulation
Environmental factors (e.g., smoking, pollution), ongoing stress, and unbalanced eating habits can trigger chronic inflammation.
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Metabolic disorders such as obesity and diabetes can increase the level of inflammation in the body.
What are the symptoms of chronic inflammation?
Chronic inflammation, unlike acute inflammation, can have subtle symptoms that develop gradually. The common symptoms are as follows:
Fatigue
Muscle and joint pain
Fever
Skin rash
Digestive problems
Mood change