Cytokines | Inflammation Awareness Now

Omega-3 Fatty Acids, Interleukin-1 (IL-1) and Tumor Necrosis Factor (TNF)

By drlundell
Published on December 10th, 2008
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The interactions between immune and inflammatory cells are mediated in large part by proteins, termed interleukins (IL), that are able to promote cell growth, differentiation and functional activation. TNF-{alpha} and IL-1 and IL-6 are the most important cytokines produced by monocytes and macrophages.

Omega-6 and Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Prostaglandin Metabolism

By drlundell
Published on December 10th, 2008
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Omega-6 fatty acids account for the majority of polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA) in the food supply. They are the predominant PUFA in all diets, especially Western diets.

Scientists Find New Link Between Depression And Inflammation

By Lois
Published on December 10th, 2008
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Individuals with major depression have an exaggerated inflammatory response to psychological stress compared to those who do not suffer from depression, according to a study by researchers at Emory University School of Medicine.

What Is Inflammation, Anyway?

By Lois
Published on October 2nd, 2008
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This question is often asked and it’s a very important one. We all understand inflammation when we see redness around a cut or the darkening bruise we can see with our eyes or feel in discomfort. It is the body’s natural defense system against infection rushing in to heal just as it was intended to do.