Inflammation when controlled and in balance is good, because without it we would struggle to heal. Inflammation that goes on longer than necessary or happens when it is not supposed to is bad – that is when the inflammation itself starts to damage tissues in your body. Chronic inflammation (persisting for a long time or constantly recurring) can lead to conditions such as eczema, osteoarthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, and even autoimmune conditions. Natural medicines can help us balance our inflammatory response without stopping it completely and without the unwanted side effects of many pharmaceutical anti-inflammatories (e.g: digestive problems including stomach upset, heartburn, and ulcers).
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Inflammation is the body’s normal response to injury, infection, or even toxins. During an inflammatory response, the body ushers nutrients to the required site while removing toxins or cellular debris through increased blood flow, this creates redness and heat. Inflammatory chemicals stimulate a pain response which helps you know something is wrong and stops you from injuring yourself further. You might also have a loss of function to assist your body in healing and preventing further injury.
The Phytoceutics™ Inflammation range includes a variety of innovative, high-quality, and highly researched products you can trust to help balance your body’s inflammatory response and enable optimal health.
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