Category: Inflammation & Disease Prevention
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Once known as the “Disease of Kings,” gout was historically associated with overindulgence and royalty. Today, it’s no longer rare or regal. Gout is rising sharply across the United States—and millions of everyday Americans are now at risk. Behind the swelling statistics lies a deeper story about inflammation, metabolic dysfunction, modern diets, and a healthcare…
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Gut health plays an important role in controlling gout, primarily because it influences how your body processes and excretes uric acid, which is the substance responsible for gout. Gout is a form of arthritis that occurs when uric acid builds up in the bloodstream and forms crystals in the joints, causing painful inflammation. The connection…
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How often you poop could suggest more than you think, study finds By Kristen Rogers, CNN 5 minute read Published 5:00 AM EDT, Tue July 23, 2024 How often you poop may influence more than whether you’re uncomfortably bloated. The frequency may also affect your gut microbiome and risk of chronic disease, a new study has found.…
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Microencapsulated probiotics are considered highly advantageous due to their ability to address several key challenges associated with traditional probiotic formulations. Here’s why they are often seen as the “only way to go” for effective probiotic delivery: 1. Superior Protection and Viability 2. Enhanced Efficacy 3. Improved Shelf Life 4. Enhanced Consumer Experience 5. Versatility in…
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Inflammation and hydration are interconnected aspects of health, and understanding their relationship can be crucial for managing various health conditions and maintaining overall well-being. Inflammation Inflammation is a natural and essential part of the body’s immune response. It helps the body to fight off infections, injuries, and toxins, and it plays a role in healing.…
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Individuals with gout and certain subsets of patients diagnosed with other rheumatic diseases during hospitalization were more likely to be hospitalized for cardiovascular disease, according to study findings published in BMC Rheumatology. Rates of cardiovascular hospitalization varied by race and depending on the specific rheumatic disease. Rheumatic diseases increase the risk for cardiovascular disease, with…
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Inflammation is a natural immune response that helps the body fight off harmful stimuli. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can lead to the development and progression of various diseases. In this post, we will explore: Inflammation is a natural immune response that occurs when the body detects harmful stimuli such as pathogens, toxins, or…
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Sugar intake has risen dramatically over the last century which seems to correlate closely with the rise in obesity, diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Simple sugars include both glucose and fructose. While glucose is generally utilized by the body for energy production, fructose is known to produce high amounts of harmful substances. Added sugars to our food sources…
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Medical News Today Article: How can diabetes cause joint pain? Symptoms and treatment (medicalnewstoday.com) Diabetes can cause pain in the joints in various ways. It also has links with two types of arthritis. Over time, uncontrolled diabetes can affect the muscles and skeleton, leading to joint pain, nerve damage, and other symptoms. Also, according to…
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Cell Death & Cellular Toxicity Considering that all disease occurs at the molecular and cellular level, could all disease share common causes and common solutions? Toxic damage to cells leads to cellular death, and in large numbers can result in tissue and organ damage/failure. Some tissues and organs hold the capacity for self-repair, while others…
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