Seven ways to naturally reduce your inflammation levels

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Inflammation is a natural response of the body to protect itself against harm, but when it becomes chronic, it can lead to a variety of health problems. In fact, research has shown that maintaining low inflammation levels is associated with a longer lifespan and that many ailments, such as depression, bipolar disorder, and diabetes, are correlated with high inflammation levels.