What is inflammation? Inflammation is a normal process in your body that is part of host defense and tissue healing. A little bit of inflammation contributes to healing. Generally speaking, inflammation is the body’s immune system’s response to an irritant. Many things can cause inflammation such as pathogens (bacteria, viruses, or fungi), an external injury like…
Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis are two types of conditions known as inflammatory bowel disease or IBD. Crohn’s disease is defined by chronic inflammation and irritation of the gastrointestinal tract. While symptoms vary from person to person, there are some common symptoms of inflammation of the GI tract caused by Crohn’s disease. Common symptoms Chronic diarrhea…
Is eating an anti-inflammatory diet important for people living with arthritis? In the United States, 24% or 58.5 million people are living with arthritis according to the CDC. That means you or someone you know has arthritis. The most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis (tissues in the joint break down over time). Other types of…
Abdominal bloating, pain, fatigue, joint pain, trouble sleeping, skin changes, migraines, can’t focus or concentrate, and weight imbalances. Do these symptoms sound familiar? Are you experiencing any of these symptoms? Did you know these symptoms can be caused by adverse food reactions such as food allergies and food intolerances or sensitivities? A Client’s Story Paula,…