
Why inflammation matters, and what we can do to fight it
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The inflammatory response and its impact on aging and diseases
The inflammatory response is a mechanism for the body to react to foreign entities and infections./nAcute inflammation typically lasts for three to seven days./nAge-associated inflammation is sustained over time and can lead to the development of diseases of aging./nHigh levels of systemic chronic inflammation increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, metabolic disorders, musculoskeletal conditions, and cancer.
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