
The Genius Life 540: What Keeps Chronic Inflammation Turned On, and How to Turn It Off | Josh Redd, NMD
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Jan 7, 2026 Dr. Josh Redd, a naturopathic physician and author of The Inflammatory Reset, dives into the nuances of chronic inflammation and its role in various diseases. He discusses how inflammation manifests through common symptoms like joint pain and brain fog. Redd highlights diet as a critical factor, pinpointing gluten, dairy, and sugar as major triggers. He also shares innovative vagus nerve stimulation techniques to enhance digestion. Additionally, Redd emphasizes the importance of stabilizing blood sugar and explores the potential of stem cell therapies in treating injuries.
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Inflammation Drives Most Chronic Disease
- Chronic inflammation underlies far more disease than any other single factor in the U.S. population.
- Addressing inflammation often transforms patients from a few good days a month to most days feeling well.
Top Dietary Triggers Seen Clinically
- Gluten, dairy, and sugar are the most common inflammatory food triggers in Josh Redd's patient population.
- Casein from dairy can mimic gluten and often provokes similar immune confusion.
30-Day Anti-Inflammatory Reset
- Do a 30-day anti-inflammatory reset: eat proteins, nuts, seeds, legumes, vegetables, and fruits while avoiding corn, rice, eggs, dairy, gluten, and sugar.
- After 30 days, reintroduce one food every 3–5 days and monitor symptoms.



