Wellness Glossary

Inflammation

A simple, friendly explanation of what this term means — without the medical jargon.

What it means

Inflammation is your body’s built‑in repair system. When it’s short‑term, like healing a cut or fighting a cold, it’s helpful. 

When it stays turned on for too long, it becomes chronic inflammation, and that’s when it can cause trouble.

Why it matters

Chronic inflammation plays a major role in heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and endothelial damage. It’s fueled by things like high LDL cholesterol, excess saturated fat, processed foods, stress, poor sleep, and inactivity. 

A plant‑forward, fiber‑rich eating pattern helps lower inflammation by improving gut health, lowering LDL, stabilizing blood sugar, and reducing oxidative stress.

What it means for you

You can lower inflammation every single day with simple habits — more plants, more fiber, more movement, better sleep, and fewer animal products. These changes help your blood vessels relax, your blood sugar stabilize, and your energy improve.

Try this

One small action step

Add one colorful plant to your next meal. Color = antioxidants, and antioxidants help calm inflammation.

Want to explore more terms?