HealthMasters Blog — Inflammation
Inflammation: The Hidden Cause of Depression 0
Inflammation: The Hidden Cause of Depression
Think back to the last time you injured yourself. Perhaps you fell over and hurt your knee, or sprained your ankle playing sport. Along with the pain, you can probably recall how swollen, red and hot the area became. These changes were a sign of your body’s protective inflammatory response springing into action. Although uncomfortable,
- Kevin Tresize
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The Truth About Fish Oil 0
The Truth About Fish Oil
Omega-3 fatty acids eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are essential nutrients shown to reduce inflammation,[1] support cardiovascular health,[2] promote brain function [3], and support foetal development during pregnancy.[4] Our bodies are unable to produce omega-3 fatty acids, so we must consume them in our diet or through supplementation. Unfortunately, 80% of adults do
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The Latest Game Changer in Inflammation 0
The Latest Game Changer in Inflammation
Inflammation is the body’s initial response to cell damage and is designed to protect it from infection or further injury. Like day and night, the inflammatory process is a cycle defined by two halves – initiation and resolution. The initiation phase begins with a local dispatch of immune cells at the site of damage, which
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Banish Pain at its Roots Using Natural Medicine 0
Banish Pain at its Roots Using Natural Medicine
Whilst the burden of pain can feel isolating, it is a road travelled by many. In fact, 3.24 million Australians suffered from persistent pain in 2018,[1] making it a commonly shared experience. For some, it’s a headache that feels like a thousand ice picks; for others, it’s shooting, surging and pulsing lower back pain.