The Nutrition Science Podcast Is Your Diet Making You Inflammed?
Apr 9, 2025
Dive into the intriguing relationship between diet and inflammation! Discover why inflammation isn’t the villain it’s often portrayed to be. Learn the critical difference between acute and chronic inflammation. Unpack the myths surrounding so-called ‘inflammatory foods’ and the role of lifestyle choices. Get practical tips to manage inflammation effectively without falling into food fear. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate the nutritional landscape with confidence!
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Inflammation Is Immune Communication
- Inflammation is an immune system communication process triggered by injury or pathogens.
- It recruits immune cells to neutralize threats and is essential for normal body function.
Chronic Inflammation Signals Problems
- Chronic inflammation is a persistently elevated immune response causing constant body stress.
- It's an alarm signaling underlying health issues needing attention.
Excess Fat Drives Chronic Inflammation
- Excess body fat causes chronic inflammation by fat cells becoming too full and leaking fat.
- Hypoxia in enlarged fat cells due to poor oxygen supply promotes inflammation further.