You Can Tame Chronic Inflammation

Inflammation should be a life saver, but all too often it's a hidden source of illness

As little as 20 minutes of fast walking can be enough to lower inflammatory markers in the body. michaelheim/Shutterstock

Inflammation is a part of life, and it can be a really good thing. It helps you heal from colds, illnesses, bumps, cuts, and more.

But too much inflammation, such as when it flares up when there’s no need for it, is dangerous. And it happens to a lot of people. Called “chronic” inflammation, this type of inflammation sets the immune system into motion almost constantly.