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Inflammation is linked to Alzheimer's disease through increased levels contributing to its development and progression [1], serving as a key factor in the disease [2], and potentially playing a role in abnormal tau protein production associated with Alzheimer's [3]. Aspirin may protect against Alzheimer's by reducing inflammation in the brain [4].
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What causes chronic inflammation, and why it matters health.osu.edu 1 fact
claimIncreased inflammation is linked to the development and progression of Alzheimer’s disease, hardening of the arteries, heart disease, cancer, type 2 diabetes, depression, osteoporosis, and strokes.
What is Inflammation? Causes, Effects, Treatment - Harvard Health health.harvard.edu 1 fact
claimInflammation may play a role in the production of an abnormal protein called tau, which is associated with Alzheimer's disease.
A Double-Edged Sword: Inflammation and Your Health - Cedars-Sinai cedars-sinai.org 1 fact
claimAspirin may protect against heart attacks, colon cancer, and Alzheimer’s disease by reducing inflammation in the digestive tract and brain.
How Inflammation Affects Your Health | News - Yale Medicine yalemedicine.org 1 fact
claimInflammation is a key factor in serious diseases, including cardiovascular disease, cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, obesity, diabetes, and various infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS.