Short Wave
What social media gets wrong about inflammation
September 29, 2026·14 min·4-min readnarrativescience
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Chronic inflammation is a legitimate health concern tied to serious diseases, but social media hype often misrepresents it, leading to unnecessary anxiety. The episode clarifies the science and emphasizes evidence-based lifestyle choices over fad remedies.
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Chronic inflammation is a legitimate health concern tied to serious diseases, but social media hype often misrepresents it, leading to unnecessary anxiety. The episode clarifies the science and emphasizes evidence-based lifestyle choices over fad remedies.
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Shruti Naik
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Shruti NaikRegina BarberRobert F. Kennedy Jr.
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Mount Sinai
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