When inflammation occurs, chemicals from the body's white blood cells are released into the blood or affected tissues to protect you from foreign substances. This release of chemicals increases the blood flow to the area of injury or infection and may result in redness and warmth. Some of the chemicals cause a leak of fluid into the tissues, resulting in swelling. This protective process may stimulate nerves and cause pain.

Inflammation is being linked to many diseases including:

• Cancer
• Osteoporosis
• Alzheimer's
• Autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis, and many other immune disorders

Some, but not all types of arthritis are the result of misdirected inflammation. Arthritis is a general term that describes inflammation in joints. Some types of arthritis associated with inflammation include:

• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Shoulder tendonitis or bursitis Gouty arthritis
• Polymyalgia rheumatica

Inflammation is characterized by:

• Redness
• Swollen joint that's warm to touch
• Joint pain
• Joint stiffness
• Loss of joint function

Inflammation may also be associated with general "flu"-like symptoms including:

• Fever
• Chills
• Fatigue/loss of energy
• Headaches
• Loss of appetite
• Muscle stiffness

Symptoms may also manifest in one or more internal organs especially the bowel including loose stool, gas, pain, constipation and many more. Often, only a few of these symptoms are present.

The increased number of cells and inflammatory substances within the joint cause irritation, wearing down of cartilage (cushions at the end of bones) and swelling of the joint lining. (See our CMO-ReVive Item #6300 if you are challenged with this condition)

Inflammatory diseases are diagnosed after careful evaluation of:

• Complete medical history and physical exam
• The location of joint pain
• Presence of joint stiffness in the morning
• Evaluation of other symptoms
• Results of X-rays and other tests

REMEMBER no single test exists for diagnosing inflammation. A consensus of information is needed to make an accurate evaluation.

Yes. Inflammation can affect organs as part of an autoimmune disorder. The types of symptoms depend on which organs are affected. For example: Inflammation of the heart (myocarditis) may cause shortness of breath or fluid retention Inflammation of the small tubes that transport air to the lungs may cause an asthma attack Inflammation of the kidneys (nephritis) may cause high blood pressure or kidney failure Inflammation of the large intestine (colitis) may cause cramps and diarrhea Pain may not be a primary symptom of the inflammatory disease, since many organs do not have many pain-sensitive nerves. Treatment of organ inflammation is directed at the cause of inflammation whenever possible.

Anything that causes the blood and other body fluids to exist in an acid state for extended periods will eventually cause some kind of inflammation to develop. You might say the acute inflammation is a sure way to know if your body pH is out of balance. Acid conditions are usually caused by a combination of acid forming diet, lack of movement or exercise, high stress living or working conditions and excessively intense emotional states. To heal the inflammation some changes in lifestyle are required if you want relief.
A diet for controlling and preventing inflammation should contain plenty of fresh and raw foods, especially green foods. Fresh foods should be at least 50% of your daily intake. Juicing fresh vegetables and fruits is an excellent way to maintain your body fluid balance. Make cooked veggies, black beans, pinto beans, adzuki beans, brown rice, barley, rye, soy, oats, cooked fruits, seeds and nuts the staples of your diet. Avoid simple sugars (sucrose, dextrose and glucose, evaporated cane juice), processed foods, junk foods, bottled or canned citrus juices, meat, cow milk, coffee, black tea, pop and tobacco. Limit consumption of tomato sauces, soy milks, dairy cheese, breads (even whole grain), eggs and other dairy product sparingly. Drinking alcohol in excess is not recommended if you have inflammation of any kind. Read your food labels ... if you cannot read or pronounce the ingredients don't eat it! The more you vary from this diet the greater the chances of inflammation occurring.

Avoid or modify activities that aggravate pain.

Relieve pain through analgesics (pain-relieving medications) and anti-inflammatory medications or natural remedies like InflamEX without the side-effects of drugs.

Maintain joint movement and muscle strength through physical therapy and exercise if possible.

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