Inflammation is a common symptom. I can easily experience swollen ankles and puffiness around my eyes depending on how I am taking care of myself and managing my chronic conditions. To alleviate these complaints, I typically reach for ice. I also elevate my legs and feet daily, and of course, watch my diet. Ideally…I do my best to avoid inflammation.
Inflammation is a response from our body.
The inflammation response shows up in our bodies due to a variety of factors…such as injury, chronic conditions, infections, side effect of certain medications, and specific ‘trigger foods’ that can cause bloating.
Rather than reaching for another pill, I opt for natural remedies and lifestyle medicine to manage inflammation.
Inflammation is a reaction that we have control over. We take control when we educate ourselves and become a more active participant in our healthcare practices. Check out the article (link below): Inflammation 101, by Andrew Beauchesne who received his master’s in Nutritional Epidemiology from Tufts University Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy. The article describes the mechanics of inflammation and how to better manage it.
Be Well. ~Tiffany Anderson, LMT, RMT, BS, CHES
Founder, Anderson Therapeutics & Author, Butternut to Bionic: A Resource Guide to Hip Replacement Surgery
*This blog first posted November 29, 2018
