Anti-inflammatory

In alignment with Western medical paradigms, inflammation is recognized as a protective physiological response to tissue injury, disease, or irritation, categorized into acute or chronic forms (Medzhitov, 2008, Nature; FDA Guidelines).

Conversely, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) offers a nuanced understanding, identifying specific clinical patterns such as 'dampness' and 'heat' in the context of inflammation (Xue et al., 2010, Journal of Ethnopharmacology; WHO Recommendations). These patterns may vary, with instances of 'Qi' or 'blood' stagnation accompanied by 'heat' and 'fire,' or alternatively, a 'cold dampness' pattern influenced by environmental conditions (Chen & Chen, 2004, Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology; NIH Research). Both frameworks contribute to a multifaceted understanding of inflammation, emphasizing the need for integrative research to inform nutritional and dietary supplement strategies (USDA Guidelines; Clinical Studies).