Inflammation, Lifestyle and Chronic Diseases

Discussing the role of dysregulated inflammation and lifestyle in chronic diseases, this book looks at the link between inflammation and a range of disorders such as neurodegenerative, pulmonary, rheumatic, arthritic, gastrointestinal, skin, heart, and infectious diseases; asthma; insulin resistance; cancer; neuropsychiatric disorders; and chronic wounds. For each ailment, contributors review the clinical and scientific literature, examine current and potential therapies, and suggest directions for future research. Exploring how the suppression of pro-inflammatory pathways may provide opportunities for prevention and treatment, the book examines conventional pharmacotherapies such as steroids and NSAIDs alongside anti-inflammatory dietary agents.