brain ↔ chronic inflammation

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Chronic inflammation is related to the brain because it increases disease risk specifically in the brain [1], contributes to energy shortages prompted by the brain and immune system [2], and destroys healthy nerve cells in the brain, leading to memory loss and Alzheimer’s disease [3].

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A Double-Edged Sword: Inflammation and Your Health - Cedars-Sinai cedars-sinai.org Cedars-Sinai 1 fact

claimChronic inflammation contributes to memory loss and Alzheimer’s disease by destroying healthy nerve cells in the brain.

What is Inflammation? Causes, Effects, Treatment - Harvard Health health.harvard.edu Harvard Health Publishing 1 fact

claimChronic inflammation can affect the entire body, increasing the risk of diseases in specific areas such as the heart, brain, joints, and gastrointestinal tract.