Inflammation in the body has been linked to numerous diseases and conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer's and certain cancers, and can be extremely serious if left untreated.
Unfortunately it has also been dubbed the “silent killer” because for the most part you won’t know you have it until it is too late.
Inflammation of the body is the cause of virtually all pain that you experience in your body. With chronic inflammation however you generally don’t experience the pain.
This is why it is so dangerous. The inflammation is there and if you could feel pain you would do something about it but because you don’t feel anything, generally nothing is done.
So the question is, if you don’t even know that you have inflammation in the body, how can you go about fighting inflammation? Fortunately, there are things you can do to reduce your risk of developing inflammation related illnesses.
Carrying excess weight is one of the most significant causes of body inflammation. When the fat cells expand in size, this can then trigger the immune system. When the immune system is involved, white blood cells go rushing to the area, ready to attack the infection. This is the normal response you can expect when the immune system is at work.
In the case of excess weight or obesity, there is no infection to fight but the white cells show up anyway (continually) and this can cause harm to the body. The white cells then cause an inflammation of the fat cells that in turn can cause insulin resistance.
Other common triggers of chronic inflammation are consumption of saturated and trans fats, high anxiety and depression and air pollution.
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For the most part adopting a healthy lifestyle will reduce your risk of chronic inflammation. Things you can do that will help reduce inflammation of the body include adding a good source of omega 3 fatty acids to your diet and increasing consumption of fruits and vegetables – especially those that are high in carotenoids. We recommend following the Meals That Heal Inflammation program. Not only is the book filled with inflammation-fighting recipes, but it is also a practical guide that shows you how to get to the root of your current health conditions and finally start living pain free.
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You also want to ensure that you get regular exercise that does not have to be a rigorous routine in a gym several times a week. A simple walking program is a good place to start. In fact, Nordic walking is quickly becoming the most popular form of exercise world wide. Learn more about living a healthy lifestyle in our nutrition and exercise section.
Boosting your mood is another effective way of fighting inflammation. Most people find that exercise and good nutrition help but other great options are alternative treatments such as mindful meditation and journaling.
You may never know for sure whether you have inflammation in the body, but why wait until it is too late to do something about it? Fight inflammation by making lifestyle changes today.
“silent inflammation is simply inflammation that falls below the threshold of perceived pain.” 
Carrying excess weight is one of the most significant causes of body inflammation. When the fat cells expand in size, this can then trigger the immune system. When the immune system is involved, white blood cells go rushing to the area, ready to attack the infection. This is the normal response you can expect when the immune system is at work. 
