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How the Brain Summons Deep Sleep to Speed Healing

Immune cells promote deep sleep post-heart attack, facilitating recovery by reducing inflammation.

Patients seriously affected by flu or Covid may have high levels of crucial enzyme, research finds

Abnormally high levels of enzyme Olah found in seriously ill patients with common respiratory viruses may lead to severe infections and inflammation.

Understanding Inflammation in the Heart - News Center

Inflammation in the heart can trigger immune responses even without immune cells, guiding myocarditis treatment.

Here's Why Infants Are Strangely Resistant to COVID

Infants have a stronger innate immune response against SARS-CoV-2 compared to adults.
Infected infants show inflammation in their noses but not in their blood, unlike adults.

How the Brain Summons Deep Sleep to Speed Healing

Immune cells promote deep sleep post-heart attack, facilitating recovery by reducing inflammation.

Patients seriously affected by flu or Covid may have high levels of crucial enzyme, research finds

Abnormally high levels of enzyme Olah found in seriously ill patients with common respiratory viruses may lead to severe infections and inflammation.

Understanding Inflammation in the Heart - News Center

Inflammation in the heart can trigger immune responses even without immune cells, guiding myocarditis treatment.

Here's Why Infants Are Strangely Resistant to COVID

Infants have a stronger innate immune response against SARS-CoV-2 compared to adults.
Infected infants show inflammation in their noses but not in their blood, unlike adults.
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Myocardial infarction augments sleep to limit cardiac inflammation and damage

Monocytes recruited post-myocardial infarction enhance sleep, impacting cardiovascular health and inflammation.

Autoinhibition of dimeric NINJ1 prevents plasma membrane rupture

NINJ1's structure inhibits cell membrane rupture, crucial for cell survival, revealing dimerization's role in preventing lytic cell death.
#mental-health

3 Ways That Inflammation Can Affect Gut Health

Inflammation disrupts gut microbiota balance, affecting digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall health.
Maintaining beneficial gut bacteria diversity is vital for physical and mental wellness.

Deepak Chopra says inflammation is 'the number one pandemic of our times.' Here are his solutions

Chronic inflammation is identified as the leading health issue today, stemming from stress and trauma impacting both physical and mental health.

Could Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Target Depression?

Inflammation contributes to depression through immune activation and changes in the brain.
Pro-inflammatory markers are linked to depression regardless of physical health conditions.
Anti-inflammatory medications show promise in treating resistant forms of depression.

The most anti-inflammatory foods you can eat to improve energy, mood, and sleep

Stress eating exacerbates inflammation and psychological distress, impacting long-term health.
An anti-inflammatory diet can alleviate stress effects but should be part of a holistic lifestyle approach.

3 Ways That Inflammation Can Affect Gut Health

Inflammation disrupts gut microbiota balance, affecting digestion, nutrient absorption, and overall health.
Maintaining beneficial gut bacteria diversity is vital for physical and mental wellness.

Deepak Chopra says inflammation is 'the number one pandemic of our times.' Here are his solutions

Chronic inflammation is identified as the leading health issue today, stemming from stress and trauma impacting both physical and mental health.

Could Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Target Depression?

Inflammation contributes to depression through immune activation and changes in the brain.
Pro-inflammatory markers are linked to depression regardless of physical health conditions.
Anti-inflammatory medications show promise in treating resistant forms of depression.

The most anti-inflammatory foods you can eat to improve energy, mood, and sleep

Stress eating exacerbates inflammation and psychological distress, impacting long-term health.
An anti-inflammatory diet can alleviate stress effects but should be part of a holistic lifestyle approach.
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#nutrition

4 Items to Avoid for a Healthy Gut

The health of your gut is crucial for overall health, impacting the immune system, brain function, and risk factors for various diseases.

Try these 3 foods when you're feeling sick this fall. You won't regret it

Nutrition plays a vital role in mitigating cold and flu symptoms through anti-inflammatory foods and drinks. Spices like ginger and turmeric are particularly beneficial.

Experts Say This Is The One Food You Should Be Eating More Of As You Age

Eating high-quality fatty protein, like salmon, can support brain health and reduce inflammation in older adults.

4 Items to Avoid for a Healthy Gut

The health of your gut is crucial for overall health, impacting the immune system, brain function, and risk factors for various diseases.

Try these 3 foods when you're feeling sick this fall. You won't regret it

Nutrition plays a vital role in mitigating cold and flu symptoms through anti-inflammatory foods and drinks. Spices like ginger and turmeric are particularly beneficial.

Experts Say This Is The One Food You Should Be Eating More Of As You Age

Eating high-quality fatty protein, like salmon, can support brain health and reduce inflammation in older adults.
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#health

Pervasiveness of inflammation-inducing foods in American diet

The majority of Americans have pro-inflammatory diets, raising their risk for serious health issues such as heart disease and cancer.

Study IDs statin that may block pathway to some cancers- Harvard Gazette

Statins may suppress chronic inflammation caused by environmental toxins, potentially preventing cancer development.

Pervasiveness of inflammation-inducing foods in American diet

The majority of Americans have pro-inflammatory diets, raising their risk for serious health issues such as heart disease and cancer.

Study IDs statin that may block pathway to some cancers- Harvard Gazette

Statins may suppress chronic inflammation caused by environmental toxins, potentially preventing cancer development.
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#health-benefits

Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic could help slow biological aging, researchers say

Semaglutide injections may slow biological aging by reducing inflammation and improving overall health.

Intermittent fasting is winning over the C-suite as experts say it improves sleep, focus, and memory. Here's how to make it work for you

Intermittent fasting has health benefits including weight loss, improved insulin sensitivity, reduced inflammation, and potential for disease prevention.

Opinion | Inflammation May Be the Root of Our Maladies

The emerging understanding of GLP-1 receptor agonists indicates their benefits extend beyond weight loss and diabetes to include reducing inflammation and improving overall health.

A Natural Remedy for Muscle Pain Relief

Vitamin E offers natural relief from muscle pain and inflammation, improving muscle recovery and overall health.

Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic could help slow biological aging, researchers say

Semaglutide injections may slow biological aging by reducing inflammation and improving overall health.

Intermittent fasting is winning over the C-suite as experts say it improves sleep, focus, and memory. Here's how to make it work for you

Intermittent fasting has health benefits including weight loss, improved insulin sensitivity, reduced inflammation, and potential for disease prevention.

Opinion | Inflammation May Be the Root of Our Maladies

The emerging understanding of GLP-1 receptor agonists indicates their benefits extend beyond weight loss and diabetes to include reducing inflammation and improving overall health.

A Natural Remedy for Muscle Pain Relief

Vitamin E offers natural relief from muscle pain and inflammation, improving muscle recovery and overall health.
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Inflammatory Disease - Implicated in So Many Conditions

Inflammatory conditions are merely different manifestations of a common disease, systemic inflammation, challenging mainstream medical narratives.
#glp-1

The Benefits of Ozempic Are Multiplying

Semaglutide and tirzepatide mimic GLP-1 to control blood sugar levels and induce feelings of fullness, potentially offering benefits for kidney protection and reducing inflammation in conditions like dementia.

Scientists Are Studying Weight-Loss Drugs for Way More Than Weight Loss

Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, based on GLP-1, have broader applications beyond weight loss and diabetes.

The Benefits of Ozempic Are Multiplying

Semaglutide and tirzepatide mimic GLP-1 to control blood sugar levels and induce feelings of fullness, potentially offering benefits for kidney protection and reducing inflammation in conditions like dementia.

Scientists Are Studying Weight-Loss Drugs for Way More Than Weight Loss

Weight-loss drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound, based on GLP-1, have broader applications beyond weight loss and diabetes.
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DNA-sensing inflammasomes cause recurrent atherosclerotic stroke - Nature

High risk of recurrent vascular events post-stroke, with unclear underlying mechanisms, suggesting a need for improved secondary prevention measures.

Researchers find link between Covid-19 and post-covid childhood illness

Children can experience severe inflammation and heart issues in the months following a COVID-19 infection, leading to a condition known as MIS-C.

Biotech Financing Roundup: Jade Bio's Launch, Brenig's Debut, Confo's Cash & More - MedCity News

Developing drugs for autoimmune diseases faces challenges with immune response. New biotech companies are advancing novel therapies in immunology and inflammation.

New clues point towards how exercise reduces symptoms of depression

Exercise reduces depressive symptoms through mechanisms like inflammation reduction and enhancing motivation.

Inhibition of IL-11 signalling extends mammalian healthspan and lifespan - Nature

The signalling pathways ERK, STK11, AMPK, mTORC1, and IGF1-insulin regulate lifespan and are perturbed in aging organisms, highlighting the importance of AMPK-mTORC1 axis for metabolic health.
#pain-relief

Is Heat Actually Good for Sore Muscles?

Heat therapy like sauna, hot tub, or heating pads can ease pain, increase blood flow, and aid in tissue healing process.

The world's first 'wearable' pain-killer uses dual-light therapy to boost healing, and is on 40% discount - Yanko Design

The MOVE+ Pro is a portable light therapy device that improves health by relieving pain and promoting healing.
It uses two forms of red light to increase blood flow, reduce inflammation, and accelerate recovery.

Is Heat Actually Good for Sore Muscles?

Heat therapy like sauna, hot tub, or heating pads can ease pain, increase blood flow, and aid in tissue healing process.

The world's first 'wearable' pain-killer uses dual-light therapy to boost healing, and is on 40% discount - Yanko Design

The MOVE+ Pro is a portable light therapy device that improves health by relieving pain and promoting healing.
It uses two forms of red light to increase blood flow, reduce inflammation, and accelerate recovery.
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Eating These Vegetables Lower Inflammation and Mortality Risk

Consuming cruciferous vegetables like broccoli may lower inflammation and reduce mortality risk.

What Is "Iron Therapy"? A Potential New Approach To Tackling Asthma

Blocking iron uptake in immune cells may ease asthma symptoms by reducing inflammation, as iron is crucial for immune cells to function properly.
#immune-system

Do Hot Summer Temperatures Weaken the Immune System?

Climate change impacts immune system response to heat, potentially affecting its ability to fight off infections.

Does Cycling Improve Prostate Health?

Regular cycling may reduce the risk of developing advanced or fatal prostate cancer.
Cycling can potentially lower inflammation and boost the immune system, which may have positive effects on prostate health.

Do Hot Summer Temperatures Weaken the Immune System?

Climate change impacts immune system response to heat, potentially affecting its ability to fight off infections.

Does Cycling Improve Prostate Health?

Regular cycling may reduce the risk of developing advanced or fatal prostate cancer.
Cycling can potentially lower inflammation and boost the immune system, which may have positive effects on prostate health.
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#oxidative-stress

The Link Between Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease

People with diabetes have a significantly higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease due to various factors like inflammation, oxidative stress, endothelial dysfunction, vascular damage, and heart muscle stiffening.

A New Hope for Peritoneal Dialysis Patients: The Potential of Curcumin Supplementation in Reducing Uremic Toxins

Curcumin from turmeric may help alleviate inflammation, oxidative stress, and uremia in CKD patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.

The Link Between Diabetes and Cardiovascular Disease

People with diabetes have a significantly higher risk of developing cardiovascular disease due to various factors like inflammation, oxidative stress, endothelial dysfunction, vascular damage, and heart muscle stiffening.

A New Hope for Peritoneal Dialysis Patients: The Potential of Curcumin Supplementation in Reducing Uremic Toxins

Curcumin from turmeric may help alleviate inflammation, oxidative stress, and uremia in CKD patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis.
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This Common Condition Can Damage Joints Long Before It's Detected

Osteoarthritis can be detected early through blood markers, showing damage before symptoms appear or an X-ray reveals changes in bones.

Feinberg Investigators Lead AHA Heart Disease Research Initiative - News Center

Feinberg investigators lead $15M AHA initiative on inflammation in heart disease.

Metabolic rewiring promotes anti-inflammatory effects of glucocorticoids - Nature

Glucocorticoids reprogram macrophage mitochondrial metabolism to increase itaconate production, inhibiting inflammation.
Interaction of glucocorticoid receptor with pyruvate dehydrogenase complex accelerates TCA cycle, promoting anti-inflammatory effects.
#long-covid

New long COVID study uncovers high inflammation in patients as Senate calls for more research

Long COVID continues to affect millions of people in the US, with ongoing health concerns and symptoms lasting up to 12 months.
A study found evidence of inflammation, blood cell dysregulation, and tissue injury in the blood of patients with long COVID symptoms.

Long COVID Signatures Found in Huge Analysis of Blood Proteins

Researchers have developed a computational model that predicts the likelihood of developing long COVID based on blood protein analysis.
Proteins involved in immune responses, blood clotting, and inflammation may be key biomarkers for diagnosing and monitoring long COVID.
The study included 39 healthy adults and 113 people who had tested positive for COVID-19, 40 of whom had long COVID.

'Long Covid' blood clues could prompt future trials

People with long Covid show signs of ongoing inflammation in their blood, impacting symptom development.
The severity of initial Covid infection does not predict the likelihood of developing long Covid.

New long COVID study uncovers high inflammation in patients as Senate calls for more research

Long COVID continues to affect millions of people in the US, with ongoing health concerns and symptoms lasting up to 12 months.
A study found evidence of inflammation, blood cell dysregulation, and tissue injury in the blood of patients with long COVID symptoms.

Long COVID Signatures Found in Huge Analysis of Blood Proteins

Researchers have developed a computational model that predicts the likelihood of developing long COVID based on blood protein analysis.
Proteins involved in immune responses, blood clotting, and inflammation may be key biomarkers for diagnosing and monitoring long COVID.
The study included 39 healthy adults and 113 people who had tested positive for COVID-19, 40 of whom had long COVID.

'Long Covid' blood clues could prompt future trials

People with long Covid show signs of ongoing inflammation in their blood, impacting symptom development.
The severity of initial Covid infection does not predict the likelihood of developing long Covid.
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COVID-19 can damage the heart, even without infecting it, study says

COVID-19 can damage the heart indirectly through systemic inflammation.
More than 50% of COVID-19 patients experience heart inflammation or damage.

The Most Exciting New Advances in Managing COPD

GOLD updated COPD definition to highlight heterogeneity and inflammatory component
Emergence of new biologic therapies in COPD treatment landscape

Innate Immune Cells Promote Growth of Blood Vessels in Colon Cancer - News Center

Neutrophils play a role in supporting tumor growth by promoting blood vessel branching.
Neutrophils in cancer acquire new functionalities to drive inflammation and impact tumor progression.

Trial offers hope for millions that jab could prevent rheumatoid arthritis

Scientists have found that an existing drug for rheumatoid arthritis (RA) called abatacept could help prevent the onset of the disease.
The drug works by targeting the cause of inflammation, and a clinical trial found that it was effective in preventing RA in those at risk.
#alcohol

How Does Alcohol Affect the Gut Microbiome?

Happy microbes in the gut are essential for digestion, immune function, and intestinal health.
Heavy drinking can lead to an imbalance of good and bad bacteria in the gut, causing inflammation and disease.

All The Ways Alcohol Legitimately Makes Your Skin Look Worse

Alcohol causes dehydration, leading to dehydrated skin.
Alcohol and its breakdown product, acetaldehyde, cause inflammation and redness in the skin.

How Does Alcohol Affect the Gut Microbiome?

Happy microbes in the gut are essential for digestion, immune function, and intestinal health.
Heavy drinking can lead to an imbalance of good and bad bacteria in the gut, causing inflammation and disease.

All The Ways Alcohol Legitimately Makes Your Skin Look Worse

Alcohol causes dehydration, leading to dehydrated skin.
Alcohol and its breakdown product, acetaldehyde, cause inflammation and redness in the skin.
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Pass the yogurt: can probiotics help negate the toxicity of plastic in our stomachs?

Probiotics found in fermented foods may help mitigate the damage caused by microplastics in our bodies.
Nanoplastics can enter our blood and organs, causing inflammation and potentially contributing to gastrointestinal disorders.
Additives found in microplastics, such as BPA and flame retardants, may play a role in the harmful effects of these particles.

14 Unexpected Signs Of Seasonal Allergies That Aren't Sneezes Or Sniffles

Seasonal allergies can exacerbate chronic skin conditions like eczema.

Daily briefing: Blocking an inflammation protein lets mice live longer

Blocking inflammation-boosting protein IL-11 in mice leads to longer, healthier lives.
Magic mushrooms reset brain networks affecting time and self.

The D-fense Against Crohn's: New Research Unveils Vitamin D's Powerful Effects

The study suggests vitamin D3 supplementation may offer hope for Crohn's disease patients due to its immunomodulatory effects.

Tai Chi reduces risk of inflammatory disease, treats insomnia among breast cancer survivors

Both Tai Chi and cognitive behavioral therapy can reduce insomnia in breast cancer survivors, with Tai Chi showing additional benefits of reducing inflammation and improving anti-viral defenses.

Good News About Strawberries Revealed!

Strawberries improve vascular health, reduce inflammation, and enhance cognition across different age groups.
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