Is Inflammation Plaguing You?
Inflammation is the body's way to handle infection, trauma, stress, allergies, etc. This can be helpful and healing in the case of a sprained ankle or viral attack on the GI system. But...if it goes on too long, there are side effects. Consider a self-evaluation of your own body - do you struggle with recurring:
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- Generalized aches/pains
- Headaches
- Fever
- Fatigue
- Constipation, diarrhea, swelling, rashes…you get the idea!
You might choose to pursue medical care to diagnose and provide treatment options for your particular situation, or perhaps you prefer to try more natural remedies and care at home first. Here’s a few starting suggestions if you chose to start at home:
Are you choosing whole foods? If yes, excellent! Prioritize green leafy vegetables, healthy oils (avocado, coconut, organic olive oil), tomatoes, fish, etc. If you're not eating a good portion of your diet from whole foods, then try shopping only the periphery of the store for your next few trips - avoid the middle aisles where the highly processed items typically reside.
Vitamins/Supplements that are clinically proven to mitigate inflammation include: Fish oil, Vitamin C, Bromelain, Curcurmin, Garlic, Quercetin. (*legal disclaimer: discuss with your primary care provider to ensure any supplements and new medications are safe for you in combination with other medications and supplements and with your personal health history).
Medication options include steroids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS such as Advil/ibuprofen)
Now what?
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- Take your personal health inventory: How do you feel? Are you accomplishing what you want to accomplish? Are you moving your body, eating good foods, prioritizing adequate rest/sleep?
- Consider making small yet consistent changes in your dietary intake, consider use of vitamins/supplements to help with short-term symptom management during times of illness or injury.
- Read more about inflammation and the role it plays in autoimmune diseases, cardiac disease management and prevention, and your gut health.
- Make an appointment to discuss this with a healthcare provider.
Feel free to reach out to me for more information.
Cell: 920-460-9826
Email: tabitha@loylyfp.com
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