How to treat CHRONIC (long-term) LOW-LEVEL inflammation (CLLI)
Also see: HOW-TO treat ACUTE (short-term) inflammation / pain
The best way to prevent CHRONIC inflammation and associated oxidative stress that increases risk for heart disease and many other health problems
Maintain a proper body weight and eat a diet that provides adequate amounts of essential nutrients and foods that have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant actions.
To win the battle against CHRONIC LOW-LEVEL Inflammation (CLLI), you will need to :
(1) Address dietary /lifestyle practices causing tissue-damaging oxidative stress
(2) Enhance elimination of toxins and microbes from the body
(3) Address dietary/lifestyle practices modulating the inflammatory response
(1) Address Dietary /lifestyle practices causing tissue-damaging oxidative stress | |
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| Processed food | Additives, preservatives, dyes, excess heavy metals, MSG |
| Excess red meat / dairy (increases homocysteine levels) | Homocysteine levels can be modulated – by consuming sufficient B-vitamins (B2, B6, B12, folate) and magnesium |
| Microwaved food (Oxidants) | Microwaves – Not so convenient for your health |
| Artificial sweeteners | Aspartame, sucralose – in diet sodas and usually in sugar-free products |
| Non-organic food | Herbicides, pesticides, Genetically Modified Foods / GMOs |
| Chlorinated water (==> Disinfection by-products) Fluoridated water | Drinking, cooking, bathing water Chlorine Fluoride |
| Cured meat (contains nitrates/nitrites) | Eat ham, bacon, sausages, salami, Pepperoni in moderation or not at all. Meat |
| ***HIGH PRIORITY*** Moderate sugar / carbohydrate consumption / Keep fructose intake < 25g /day – Causes glycation damage/Advanced Glycation End products (AGEs) | Avoid Excess fructose intake – in sugar, honey, maple syrup, fruit juice or excessive fruit consumption, agave nectar, or high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) (in sodas – some are >20g/12 oz can), cakes, pies, cookies, desserts/ice cream, candies and most other processed foods) Moderate consumption of glucose – in sugars and simple starches (such as mashed potatoes, rice, bread and pasta); |
| Antinutrients | Avoid / Moderate consumption of Antinutrients (E.g. lectins, phytic acid) – particularly prevalent in wheat products (bread, pasta) and improperly prepared beans. |
| ***HIGH PRIORITY*** ALL DAMAGED FATS: High-heat-processed fats & oils /hydrogenated fats /partially hydrogenated fats (trans fats), | AVOID Toxic Fats in: Typical grocery store oils (E.g. canola, soybean, corn, safflower, and peanut oils – Also, most restaurants use these oils), Shortenings. E.g. Crisco, Deep-fried food, Margarine |
| Moderate fatty, grain-fed meat and fish | Fatty, grain-fed beef /pork /chicken /turkey/ fish – add to inflammatory omega-6 fat intake. |
| Household chemicals | Cleaning supplies – laundry soaps/softeners, insecticides, herbicides, etc. |
| Chemical-laden personal products | Choose chemical-free products: Soap, shaving cream, hand lotion, toothpaste, deodorant, cosmetics, facial creams, hair spray, cologne, perfume, shampoo, hair conditioner, suntan lotion |
| Air contamination | Air fresheners; Car exhaust fumes; Industrial, petrochemical paints/solvents; Tobacco smoke; Mercury vapors, etc. |
| Unnatural EMFs | Unnatural frequency radiation – from electrical equipment, Wi-fi, cellphones, fluorescent lights, power grid |
| Recreational Drugs | Nicotine; Cocaine; Excess alcohol |
| Excess use of pharmaceuticals | Medications – Aspirin, antihistamines, anti-depressants, pain meds, countless other drugs |
| Emotional Stress (Oxidants) | Thoughts (Emotions) |
| Microbial infection | Remove microbes or control their presence in body – includes bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites: Probiotics – “For Life“ RIFE RESONANCE PROTOCOL Beck Protocol Ozone Therapy Grapefruit Seed Extract (GSE) Iodine – “Universal medicine” Wild Oregano Oil (WOO) Tea Tree Oil Ionic Colloidal Siiver (ICS) Parasites -“Uninvited Guests” Candidiasis Many other therapies |
| Contaminant heavy metals | Avoid excess heavy metals E.g. Mercury (in fish from industrial waters, dental amalgams); aluminum (cooking pans, some food products, antiperspirants; Remove excess heavy metals – using chelation therapies: Chlorella Magnesium – Missing Miracle Mineral Other chelation therapies |
| Miscellaneous concerns | non-hygienic practices / wash hands appropriately. Cook meat thoroughly Practice safe sex Enhance body’s elimination systems |
(2) Enhance Elimination of Toxins / Microbes from body | |
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| Boost immune system | Empower your immune system to do its janitorial work efficiently: Transfer Factors Probiotics -For Life Beck Protocol Many other therapies |
| Water | Interesting fact: although 2/3 of your body mass is water, >99% of the molecules in your body are actually water molecules that interact with your other body cells – consider therefore, what an impact water must have on your health ! Flushes toxins; Reduces acidity. Water -2/3 of You |
| Flaxseed | Insoluble fiber (intestinal sweeping brush), soluble fiber, lignans, omega-3 ALA fatty acids Flax Seed |
| Fruits and Vegetables | Insoluble fiber – Fruits and Vegetables Immune system booster nutrients |
| Cleanse Elimination organs | INTESTINES; LIVER, Respiratory system (lungs, bronchial tubes, sinuses); Kidneys, Skin (E.g. Sauna, exercise/sweat); Lymphatic system. CLEAN THE CLEANING ORGANS |
| Exercise | Boosts immune system; Increases body’s oxygen. Exercise |
| Oxygen | Anti-microbial; Used to destroy chemical toxins Oxygen |
| (3) Address dietary/lifestyle practices modulating the inflammatory response | |
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ALL nutrients / recommendations in this chart are known for their anti-inflammatory influence SOD, CAT, GPx are body’s endogenous antioxidants (AOX) | |
VITAMINS (ANTIOXIDANTS) | |
| Vitamin A / Beta-carotene | AOX |
| Vitamin B2 | ↓ homocysteine |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | Δ5D cofactor |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | ↓ homocysteine Δ6D cofactor Magnesium efficiency |
| Vitamin B9 (Folate) | ↓ homocysteine Leafy/green veg. and fortified grain products |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | ↓ homocysteine |
| Vitamin C – God’s medicine | AOX |
| Vitamin D – The Sunshine Vitamin Sunlight | AOX Anti-inflammatory cytokines |
| Vitamin E | AOX |
| CoQ10 – Spark and dampener | AOX |
| MELATONIN – The Darkness Hormone | AOX |
MINERALS (ANTIOXIDANT COFACTORS) | |
| Iodine | Thyroid hormone |
| Copper | SOD cofactor |
| Iron | CAT cofactor |
| Magnesium reduces inflammation | Δ6D cofactor GPx cofactor – AOX Glutathione needs Mg Mg Activates Vitamin D Mg – Alkalizing Agent Mg – Heavy Metal Detoxifier |
| Manganese | SOD cofactor |
| Selenium | GPx cofactor – AOX Glutathione needs Mg Thyroid hormone cofactor |
| Zinc | Δ6D cofactor Δ5D cofactor SOD cofactor |
| Glyconutrients | Anti-inflammatory |
ANTI-INFLAMMATORY / ANTIOXIDANT FOODS | |
| Fruits/Vegetables (9 – 3 oz servings/day) | Eat raw or lightly steamed/sauteed in olive oil and spices. |
| Spices | Red pepper, turmeric, ginger, garlic, cinnamon, |
| ANTI-INFLAMMATORY FATS (counter Omega-6 inflammatory fats) How-to GET THE FATS OF LIFE | |
Omega-3 Fats: | Anti-inflammatory fats: Eating fish for omega-3 EPA / DHA Choosing a good marine oil |
| Omega-6 GLA: Borage / Blackcurrant / Evening primrose oil | Anti-inflammatory fat: Borage, blackcurrant, or evening primrose oil for DGLA (contain Omega-6 GLA) |
| Extra virgin olive oil / avocadoes | Monounsaturated fat for cold / low heat use. Olive oil |
| Beans (2 servings/day) | Anti-inflammatory |
| OTHER | |
| Spiritual peace | Religious intervention shown to improve immune function Trust in God |
| Exercise | Exercise |
| Control INSULIN Levels | |
| Emotional stability | Thoughts MTT |
| Anti-inflammatory “Tools” | DMSO Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy (PEMFT) |
