Inflammation is part of the complex biological response of the body’s tissue to harmful stimuli. The function of inflammation is to eliminate the initial cause of cellular injury. Inflammation aids in clearing out necrotic cells and tissue damaged from the original insult and initiates the tissue repair process.
Factors that can cause inflammation are types of stress, such as emotional stress, physical stress, digestive issues (eating pro-inflammatory foods, food allergies, etc.), unbalanced hormones, and household chemicals.
What few people understand is that hidden inflammation is at the root of many chronic illnesses like heart disease, obesity, diabetes, dementia, depression, cancer, and even autism.
Common treatments used to treat inflammation such as anti-inflammatory drugs (ibuprofen or aspirin) and steroids like prednisone interfere with the body’s own immune response and can lead to serious and potentially deadly side effects.
So, what is the best defense against inflammation? Consumption of whole, nutrient-dense foods, healthy fats, regular exercise, and rest are the body's best defense mechanisms against inflammation. Unfortunately, these healthy habits may not be enough.
Luckily, there are natural anti-inflammatory supplements available. The three most powerful supplements are:
1. Tart cherry juice
2. Curcumin
3. Prebiotics
Maintaining the noted healthy lifestyle habits accompanied by consumption of a natural anti-inflammatory supplement will significantly lower your chances for chronic inflammatory processes to occur within the body.
If you have any questions about other natural anti-inflammatories or fitness in general, give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to help you!
