The Dr. Hyman Show The Root Causes of Inflammation & What You Can Do To Stop It
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Aug 19, 2024 In this engaging discussion, Dr. Shilpa Ravella, a functional medicine expert, and Dr. David Furman, a Stanford professor known for his research on the immunome, tackle the often overlooked issue of chronic inflammation. They unveil how our diets, particularly high sugar and trans fats, contribute to inflammation and chronic diseases. The duo also emphasizes the importance of lifestyle choices, including exercise and stress reduction, and discuss innovative approaches to diagnose and manage inflammation for better health.
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The Two Faces of Inflammation
- Inflammation is crucial for healing, but chronic, systemic inflammation is dangerous.
- This "silent killer" contributes to many age-related diseases.
Addressing Inflammation
- Identify the root cause of inflammation, not just treat symptoms.
- Functional medicine seeks to eliminate the source of inflammation.
Anti-Inflammatory Lifestyle
- Eat real, unprocessed foods rich in phytochemicals and healthy fats.
- Exercise, manage stress, address food sensitivities, and heal your gut.
