clear picture of what it actually is, or why it
matters.
Let’s tackle the first part.INFLAMMATION—HERE,
THERE, EVERYWHERE?
Inflammation, put simply, is the immune
system doing its job—it is your body’s
protective attempt to stop injury in its tracks
and initiate recovery. Inflammation indicates
a mobilization of your immune system; it’s a
call to arms. Whether the damaged tissue is a
result of infection from bacterial invaders,
overuse, or physical trauma, the purpose of
the inflammation that ensues is to prevent
additional damage and repair the damage
already done.
But what starts out as a healthy response
can have adverse effects if it persists for too
long or spreads too far. Since there are a few