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Inflammation Triggers

Evidence-backed guides, research reviews, and health protocols covering Inflammation Triggers.

Visual comparison of healthy anti-inflammatory lifestyle versus common inflammation triggers
Inflammation Answer Guide

What Causes Inflammation in the Body?

Chronic inflammation is caused by diet (refined sugar, seed oils, processed foods), chronic stress, poor sleep, gut dysbiosis, sedentary lifestyle, environmental toxins, excess visceral fat, smoking, and excessive alcohol. Unlike acute inflammation that heals injuries, chronic inflammation silently drives heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and autoimmune conditions.

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Side-by-side comparison of pro-inflammatory processed foods versus anti-inflammatory whole foods including vegetables, fish, and olive oil
Inflammation Educational Guide

Foods That Cause Inflammation: What to Avoid

The Western diet — loaded with ultra-processed foods, refined sugars, trans fats, and excess omega-6 fatty acids — is a primary driver of chronic inflammation, increasing inflammatory markers like CRP and IL-6 by 40–60%. Eliminating the worst offenders and replacing them with anti-inflammatory whole foods can reduce inflammation by 20–50% within 4–8 weeks.

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