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title: What is Inflammation?
date: 2026-01-10T23:35:31Z
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  - Autoimmune
  - Inflammation Investigator Podcast
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  - dictionary
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[![The Inflammation Investigator](https://elizabethyarnell.com/WP/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/LIZ_podcast-squ_300-150x150.jpg)

](https://podcast.elizabethyarnell.net/episodes/UWY94kjc0o0)In the world of health, the word ‘inflammation’ gets thrown around a lot, but what does it actually mean for you? According to Merriam Webster, inflammation is more than just a swollen ankle—it’s a biological response to cellular injury that could be lurking beneath your everyday aches and pains.

In this episode of The Inflammation Investigator, I delve into why inflammation might be the hidden cause of chronic pain and discomfort that many of us ignore. It’s not as obvious as a twisted ankle, but it’s pervasive and can be the underlying issue behind many health problems.

Most people chalk up their symptoms to aging or stress, but what if inflammation is the real culprit? It’s time to challenge the status quo and reconsider what might be causing your persistent health issues.

Listen to this episode of The Inflammation Investigator to uncover the invisible role of inflammation in your health.

Here is a preview of the episode: