“Inflammaging” is a term that combines two interconnected concepts: inflammation and aging. Together, they create a quiet, ongoing process that subtly shapes how our bodies change over time.

It refers to the low-grade, persistent inflammation that develops as we age. This isn’t the sharp, obvious kind you experience with a twisted ankle, but rather a silent undercurrent beneath the surface. A slow, steady drip of biochemical activity that your body can’t quite silence.

Here’s why that matters:

This chronic inflammation speeds up the aging process — affecting your tissues, immune system, hormones, and even your mitochondria, the tiny powerhouses that fuel your energy. It can lead to fatigue, weight fluctuations, joint stiffness, brain fog, dull skin, and slower recovery times. Not because your body is failing, but because it’s working overtime without the right support.

Why does inflammaging happen?
Because the demands of modern life push our natural balance out of alignment:

Chronic stress

Poor sleep

Ultra-processed foods

Gut imbalances

Environmental toxins

Micronutrient deficiencies

And the constant "wear and repair" cycle of daily life

Over time, these factors stack up, like clutter in a closet, until your body begins to feel older than the age on your birthday card.

The encouraging news?
Inflammaging CAN BE STOPPED!
It’s adaptable. It’s reversible.
Your body is wired to heal when given the right tools and support.

This is where functional medicine excels —
employing advanced testing to pinpoint your unique inflammation triggers, nutrient gaps, mitochondrial health, gut imbalances, and oxidative stress levels.
When we identify what’s fueling your inflammation, we can create a plan to extinguish it.

With the right combination of nutrition, movement, stress management, antioxidants, and targeted supplements, inflammaging can shift from a persistent slow burn…
 into a resilient, vibrant glow.