inflammation
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Instead, some scientists suspect the brain may actively regulate parts of the aging process through inflammation, metabolism, and hormonal signaling.
From Science Daily • May 24, 2026
“Chronic inflammation ends up causing damage to tissue.”
From Barron's • May 23, 2026
With FAPD, the goal of treatment is decreasing the inflammation that causes irreversible scarring and, if possible, stimulating hair growth in follicles that haven’t been completely damaged.
From Slate • May 23, 2026
And as well as at least twice daily gym sessions - followed by ice baths, to minimise soreness and inflammation - Salah also practises yoga and Pilates, to improve flexibility and prevent injuries.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
Pausing, Green gingerly touched a boil on the back of his neck, a mature inflammation that seemed, like its angry wearer, about to burst.
From "In Cold Blood" by Truman Capote
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