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inflammation

[in-fluh-mey-shuhn] / ˌɪn fləˈmeɪ ʃən /
NOUN
redness, swelling
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Many of these molecules are known to reduce inflammation, support healthy blood vessels, and improve metabolism.

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Research shows obesity can impair immune function, drive chronic inflammation, and raise the risk of many serious conditions, including cardiovascular disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.

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The mice developed key features associated with Parkinson's disease, including damage to dopaminergic neurons, increased brain inflammation, movement problems, and greater buildup of alpha-synuclein, a protein closely tied to disease progression.

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This optimized pairing significantly reduced liver injury, inflammation, and fibrosis severity in mice.

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In roughly 80% of cases, the disease involves inflammation in the cerebellum, a region of the brain essential for balance and coordinated movement.

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