What Is Chronic Inflammation, and Why Does It Matter? Inflammation is a natural immune response designed to protect the body from infection or injury. When exposed to a virus or wound, the immune system releases immune cells and chemical messengers to heal the damage—this is called acute inflammation, and it’s both necessary and temporary. In…
What is hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism, also known as an underactive thyroid, is a condition where the thyroid gland produces insufficient amounts of thyroid hormones. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped endocrine gland located in the neck. It secretes two primary hormones, thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), which influence metabolism, growth, and essential bodily functions, including bone health,…
