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Harvard Doctor Warns: Tame Inflammation to Prevent Disease

12/19/2025

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Dr. Trisha Pasricha from Harvard says chronic inflammation can lead to cancer and heart disease.
She advocates realistic dietary changes rather than extreme diets.
She recommends more vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and less red and processed meats.
Foods rich in fiber, vitamins, and polyphenols, such as turmeric and plant oils, can help lower inflammation and support heart health.

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Story summary

Dr. Trisha Pasricha from Harvard says chronic inflammation can lead to cancer and heart disease.
She advocates realistic dietary changes rather than extreme diets.
She recommends more vegetables, whole grains, healthy fats, and less red and processed meats.
Foods rich in fiber, vitamins, and polyphenols, such as turmeric and plant oils, can help lower inflammation and support heart health.