Obesity and older age are strongly associated with low-grade inflammation in the body, a condition that appears closely linked to cognitive decline and dementia. A recent Baycrest study has found that ...

Immunometabolism has emerged as a central hub linking infection, inflammation, cell death, and cancer. The metabolic state of cells profoundly shapes their ...

Researchers connecting pieces of the massive Alzheimer's puzzle are closer to slotting the next one in place, with yet ...

Even in remission, chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuropathy (CIDP) fatigue can be draining. Learn how to use the ...

Systemic inflammation has been elevated to a modifiable cardiovascular risk factor requiring assessment, monitoring, and modification, based on consensus recommendations.

Chronic inflammation occurs when the immune system is stuck in attack-mode, sending cell after cell to defend and repair the body for months or even years. Diseases associated with chronic ...

The understanding of fat has evolved in recent decades. Once regarded as nothing more than passive storage reservoirs for fat, adipocytes are now recognized as critical players in metabolic and ...

Chronic inflammation can be a silent killer, but your diet can play a role in tamping it down. Credit... Supported by By Jillian Pretzel Illustrations by Sarah Mafféïs Experts sometimes describe ...

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