Acute inflammation (redness, heat, swelling) is healing in action. Chronic low-grade inflammation is linked to many diseases.
'Anti-inflammatory diet'
Dietary patterns rich in vegetables, fruit, whole grains and fish are associated with lower inflammatory markers. No single food 'cures' inflammation.
Evidence & sources
Acute inflammation is a normal protective response to injury or infection; persistent inflammation can damage tissues. Evidence: established. Known: Foundational immunology. Unknown: How best to measure and reduce chronic inflammation is still researched. Source: NIH National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, Inflammation (Current revision).