Aging is an inevitable process that everyone eventually faces. While we cannot halt the progression of time, we can mitigate its effects on our bodies by reducing inflammation. Research suggests that inflammation is a strong contributor to many age-related illnesses. Experts have coined the term “inflamm-aging” to describe how chronic inflammation accelerates the aging process, […]
When the going gets hard, we experience constipation. Although it’s not a fun subject, it’s one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints seen in healthcare practices. We may all experience constipation at some point in time, and certain conditions make it more likely to occur. In fact, after the age of 60 about 33% of […]
Research shows that autoimmune diseases are on the rise, yet there is still a great deal that we don’t know about their immunological basis. While most scientists point to both genetic and environmental factors as potential causes, much uncertainty remains. Autoimmune diseases occur when the body’s immune system turns against itself. Rather than defending against […]
