Inflammation is one of the body’s natural mechanisms for increasing the flow of blood (with its antibodies and proteins) to an area to fight infections or toxins in an attempt to heal itself. If you suffer from chronic inflammation, avoiding the worst foods for inflammation is especially important.

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An eye implant and a pair of high-tech glasses that enable people with a severe form of vision loss to read have been approved for use by a European regulator

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Limiting your intake of these inflammatory foods can help reduce chronic inflammation and lead to better health.

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As a new study links consumption of our favourite pick-me-up to lower risk of cirrhosis, here’s how to reap the benefits

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This chart shows the number of fatal unintentional drownings per 100,000 people in the U.S., by race.

This chart shows fatal drwoning accidents in the United States by month.

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More than half of your gut bacteria follow a circadian rhythm, so your morning habits may influence gut health more than you think.