How to reduce inflammation and pain in your body

Inflammation and the Path to Lasting Health

We were fortunate that Dr. Charles N. Serhan , from Harvard University, was in Spain, giving a lecture at the Ramón Areces Foundation.

The newspaper El País has published an interview with him, from which we have taken the following summary.

What is inflammation?

Inflammation is a natural defense mechanism of the body, but when it becomes chronic it can be the origin of numerous diseases.

When we talk about inflammation, we usually think of swelling and pain after an injury. But inflammation is much more than that: it's an essential defense mechanism of our body. However, when it's not properly addressed, it can become a long-term health problem.

There are two types of inflammation.
Acute inflammation, which is localized inflammation caused by blows, cuts, burns, etc., is usually treated with classic anti-inflammatories such as ibuprofen. These are known as NSAIDs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
And chronic inflammation is related to degenerative processes. Chronic inflammation accelerates aging and can eventually begin to damage healthy cells, tissues, and organs, affecting various systems. Over time, this can lead to DNA damage, tissue death, and irreparable harm.

What are LONGEVITAS P-RESOLVINS?

“Chronic inflammatory diseases have been recognized as the leading cause of death in the world today; more than 50% of all deaths are attributable to inflammation-related diseases.
The prevalence of chronic inflammation is close to 10% of the world's population.
The prestigious Time magazine even dedicated a cover to him, calling him the secret killer.”

Charles Serhan, a physician and biochemist at Harvard University, has dedicated his career to understanding and studying how the body ends this inflammatory process and restores its balance. His discovery of resolvins , maresins, and protectins has revolutionized our understanding of inflammation resolution and its role in preventing diseases such as diabetes, Alzheimer's, and some types of cancer.

How to reduce inflammation in the body?

Anti-inflammatories: more of a problem than a solution

For years, the most common treatment for inflammation has been the use of anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen. While these medications can relieve pain, they can also interfere with the body's natural healing process. Instead of helping the body heal, they often only mask the symptoms without addressing the underlying problem and blocking the entire natural healing process.

Key food for reducing inflammation

Dr. Serhan discovered that fish oil, rich in omega-3 fatty acids, contains precursors (a substance or compound that serves as a starting point for the formation of another substance in the body) of resolvins and other molecules that promote the resolution of inflammation.

Omega-3 and the Key to Better Recovery
This discovery means that a diet rich in omega-3 or adequate supplementation with resolvin precursors can help the body recover better and avoid chronic inflammatory problems.

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Link to our resolvin product

Exercise and Lifestyle

Another important finding is that physical exercise also stimulates the production of these molecules. This reinforces the importance of staying active to keep inflammation under control. However, a high-stress lifestyle and poor diet can have the opposite effect, promoting chronic inflammation and weakening the immune system.

Inflammation and Longevity

Recent studies suggest that people who better control inflammation tend to live longer and with a better quality of life. At Harvard, links have been found between omega-3 consumption, exercise, and greater longevity, likely due to reduced systemic inflammation.

What is inflammaging? Or chronic low-grade inflammation that increases with aging.

The Future of Inflammation Treatment

Dr. Serhan believes that the future of medicine should focus on enhancing the resolution of inflammation rather than blocking it with traditional drugs.

With a combination of diet, exercise, and appropriate supplements, we can help our body fight inflammation naturally and effectively.

In short, taking care of our diet, staying active, and reducing stress are key steps to preventing disease and living better. Science is showing that