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How to Manage Chronic Inflammation

What do you think of when inflammation comes to mind?

When thinking of inflammation, your thoughts are likely on pain and irritation.

While true, these two topics only apply to short-term inflammation. When dealing with long-term chronic inflammation, your discomfort can cause unexpectedly vague symptoms, thus making them challenging to recognize.

Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury or infection, as it helps kill harmful bacteria and remove debris to allow for healing. Some signs of chronic inflammation are:

• consistent pain

• poor sleep

• being irritable or anxious more so than usual

• frequently becoming sick

• having a testy digestive system

If you suspect your symptoms are from chronic inflammation, schedule an appointment with your doctor.

An underlying condition typically causes chronic inflammation; therefore, the only way to be sure you are battling it is to obtain a medical diagnosis.

Furthermore, relieving inflammation involves managing an affected condition. Doing so will usually include specific therapies or medications only provided by a doctor.

Aside from your doctor’s treatment plan, you can adopt many healthy habits to aid in the reduction and management of inflammation in your body:

Eat fruit and vegetables

To reduce and manage chronic inflammation, you cannot go wrong by eating a rainbow of plant foods. They are anti-inflammatory in their natural state due to their high content of antioxidant combinations, which lower inflammation in your system.

Concentrate on fiber.

Fiber is excellent in feeding your healthy gut bacteria. High-fiber foods include whole grains, beans, fruits, and vegetables. These bacteria overall help lower your body’s inflammation.

Reduce processed, sugar-filled foods.

Processed foods do not contain healthy antioxidants and fiber. They are loaded with artificial preservatives, flavorings, coloring, and sweeteners. Avoid or limit them, as these substances can activate inflammation.

Reduce your alcohol consumption.

Alcohol produces inflammation in your system. Switch out an alcoholic drink for a mocktail or a glass of water from time to time to limit your intake. Drink consciously to steer clear of inflammation.

Stay physically active.

Recurring exercise routines and maintaining an active lifestyle will lower inflammation in your system. 150 minutes of aerobic activity per week is recommended for the average adult.

Get good quality sleep.

Not always easy, but emphasizing sleep is one of the best methods to practice for managing chronic inflammation. Sleep is the “doover” your brain needs to help reduce inflammation.

Schedule an appointment with a doctor if you have made several healthy lifestyle suggestions but still experience symptoms. Chronic pain or discomfort in your joints, bones, and pelvis are all symptoms that justify a visit.

Additionally, if you are experiencing increased bloating, bowel movements, or wounds on your legs or feet, see a doctor and discuss what tests may help identify your condition.

A simple blood test can determine if inflammation is occurring in your body. Your doctor can then make a plan depending on your symptoms.