Inflammation & Healing
3 months ago
- Dr. Wikenheiser redefines inflammation not as a disease, but as a productive response to infection, trauma, or stress. He explains that the suffix “-itis” simply indicates inflammation occurring in a specific tissue or organ, characterized by pain, redness, heat, and swelling.
- Cytokines Drive Immune Activation and Tissue Regeneration
Inflammation is mediated by cytokines—growth factors released during injury or stress. These molecules orchestrate: - Supporting Natural Healing vs. Suppressing Symptoms
Mainstream medicine often uses anti-inflammatories (prednisone, cortisone) to reduce symptoms, which can prevent complete healing. Naturopathic approaches focus on guiding the inflammatory process to its natural conclusion, using:
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