Chronic inflammation
Inflammation, which is often described as redness, swelling, warmth, and pain in certain parts of the body, is a natural process—it’s how the immune system protects you from viruses and bacteria. The problem is when the swelling gets out of control. Research also shows that inflammation plays a role in obesity, heart disease, diabetes and cancer.
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