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The Inflammation Theory of Disease

Stuff You Should Know

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Inflammation's Impact on Health

This chapter examines the relationship between chronic inflammation and various diseases, such as colon and lung cancer, while highlighting how inflammatory bowel diseases contribute to cancer risk. It also explores the intriguing connections between inflammation, depression, and Alzheimer’s, suggesting that neuroinflammation may play a central role in some mental health conditions.

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