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PUBLICATION DATE: November 5
FEATURE TOPIC: Stress, Inflammation, Disease
Inflammation is the body’s natural healing mechanism— its chemical response to injury and in- fection. Acute inflammatory responses are healing. However, chronic inflammation is understood to be a cause of many, if not most, serious illnesses, including chronic pain, obesity, Add/ADHD, peripheral neuropathy, diabetes, heart disease, stroke, migraines, thyroid issues, dental issues, cancer, and more.
And it follows that understanding the sources of inflammation and how to subdue an inflammatory response may be the key to managing a great variety of serious health problems.
In this edition of Health&Healing, we will explore aspects of the role of chronic inflammation in a host of serious illnesses, and how it can be addressed.
- To what extent do changing hormonal levels have a role in age-related inflammation? What is the connection between inflammation and menopause?
- How can food sensitivities that sometimes underlie chronic inflammation be treated effectively—celiac disease, for example?
- Someone once said “sick buildings make sick people.” How do a variety of pollutants contribute to chronic inflammation, and how can they be precisely diagnosed and treated?
- What is the known relationship between psychological stress—the fight or flight response—and chronic inflammation?
- Good studies link depression and stress to a rise in inflammatory markers, and to coronary heart disease (CHD). Studies indicate that depression can markedly increase the odds of developing CHD.
Clearly the links between inflammation, stress, and disease states are intricate and manifold. We will ask for guidance from our local experts to more thoroughly understand these links, and consider the paths to move toward long-term robust good health. You are invited to be part of the conversation.
OTHER VOICES, OTHER CHOICES ARTICLES
For each issue, we invite area health care/health service providers who have a special connection to the feature topic to write articles about their work. We call this section: Other Voices, Other Choices.
Inflammation is at the source of virtually all chronic ailments. The sources of inflammation are often surprising. Poor diets, poor sleep, allergies, stress, obesity, and lack of exercise often contribute to systemic and chronic inflammatory conditions. In this issue we welcome contributions from practitioners who help their clients address these important lifestyle issues. Yoga teachers, counselors, dietitians, and coaches are among the many healers who help address these lifestyle issues. If your work focuses on supporting healthy lifestyles, we want to hear from you.
If you wish to be part of the conversation, see information about the Other Voices, Other Choices section in Advertising in Health&Healing, and contact us at 919-967-6802.
DEADLINES FOR INCLUSION
IN THE NOVEMBER 2025 ISSUE
The following are reservation deadlines to guarantee inclusion in the November 2025 issue. Options for inclusion in the publication include:
Advertorials: articles written by H&H staff, based on an interview. To reserve space and schedule an interview, contact H&H no later than October 10.
Other Voices, Other Choices: articles written by practitioners, focused on the feature topic. To reserve space, articles must be submitted no later than October 20..
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