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Body mass index (BMI) is a key metric used to define obesity, which is identified as a primary risk factor for chronic inflammation {fact:2, fact:3}. Furthermore, BMI is directly proportional to the secretion of pro-inflammatory cytokines from adipose tissue, establishing a physiological link between the two concepts [1].
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What Is Inflammation? Types, Causes & Treatment my.clevelandclinic.org 2 facts
claimCommon causes of chronic inflammation include low levels of physical activity, chronic stress, obesity (BMI at or above 30, especially visceral fat), gut dysbiosis, regular consumption of foods high in trans fat or salt, disrupted sleep and circadian rhythm, exposure to toxins (hazardous waste, industrial chemicals), tobacco use, and excessive alcohol consumption.
claimChronic inflammation is primarily caused by environmental factors, including daily life habits and toxin exposure, such as low physical activity, chronic stress, obesity (BMI of 30 or higher, particularly visceral fat), gut microbiome imbalance (dysbiosis), consumption of inflammatory foods (high trans fat or salt), disrupted sleep and circadian rhythm, exposure to toxins (hazardous waste, industrial chemicals), tobacco use, and excessive alcohol consumption.
Chronic Inflammation - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf ncbi.nlm.nih.gov 1 fact
claimObesity is a risk factor for chronic inflammation because fat tissue acts as an endocrine organ, secreting adipokines and inflammatory mediators, with body mass index being proportional to the amount of pro-inflammatory cytokines secreted, as exemplified by metabolic syndrome.