They may contribute to the development of chronic illnesses.

Inflammation in the body can trigger many diseases including type 2 diabetes and certain types of cancer. To avoid ...

If you've ever fought off an infection or iced a sprained knee, you know something about inflammation. But you might not know its importance to heart and brain health. Inflammation has been linked to ...

The role of central obesity as a predictor of cardiovascular disease has not been fully understood, but a recent analysis from the Jackson Heart Study has provided some answers. Szu-Han Chen, medical ...

People with the skin condition psoriasis often have invisible inflammation in the small intestine with an increased propensity for "leaky gut," according to new research at Uppsala University. These ...

If you’re looking to ease inflammation, tame everyday aches, or simply feel more comfortable in your body, these nourishing recipes are a great place to start. Each one features research-backed ...

"Hearst Magazines and AOL may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." There’s been plenty of buzz about anti-inflammatory diets. But unlike many other social media wellness ...

You can’t always see or feel it, but chronic low-grade inflammation could quietly be impacting your energy, joints, and even your risk for serious health issues like heart disease, diabetes, and ...

There’s something quietly unsettling about the way chronic inflammation works. It doesn’t announce itself with a fever or a ...

Inflammation is one of the body’s most important defense systems. When you cut your finger, catch a virus, or suffer an injury, inflammation helps the body heal and protect itself. In the short term, ...