Inflammation as a Pathway: CRP, IL-6, and Mortality Reduction with Resistance Training

Read the full article: Inflammation as a Pathway: CRP, IL-6, and Mortality Reduction with Resistance TrainingDiscover more at Longevity Fit LifeExcerpt:Inflammation and Heart HealthOur bodies have a kind of fire alarm called inflammation. When we get sick or hurt, inflammation helps us heal. But sometimes the alarm stays on too long, causing damage. Scientists can measure this “fire alarm” by looking at proteins in the blood. Two important ones are C-reactive protein (CRP) and interleukin-6 (IL-6). These rise when the body has chronic inflammation. High CRP or IL-6 means the body is quietly inflamed.... Continue reading