Introduction

You’ve probably heard about inflammation. But what does it really feel like in everyday life—and how do you know if it’s affecting you?

At Dr. Jennifer Simons Chiropractic & Wellness in Cashiers, NC, we help patients uncover hidden inflammation that’s been slowing them down, increasing pain, and making it harder to heal. Once we find it, we can help reduce it—naturally.

Whether it’s joint pain, fatigue, weight gain, or brain fog, inflammation could be the missing piece. Here’s how to tell if it’s part of your story—and what you can do about it.

What Is Inflammation?

Inflammation is your body’s natural way of protecting itself. When you’re hurt or sick, inflammation sends healing cells to the area to fight and repair.

That’s good—when it’s short-term. But when inflammation sticks around for too long, it starts to hurt your body instead of helping it.

This is called chronic inflammation, and it’s a root cause of many health problems we see every day.

Signs You Might Be Inflamed

You don’t need a medical degree to know something’s off. If your body is inflamed, you may feel:

• Tired all the time
• Bloated, puffy, or swollen
• Sore in your joints or muscles
• Like your brain is foggy or forgetful
• Like your skin is dull, red, or reactive
• Easily irritated or anxious
• Slow to heal after workouts or injuries

Even if your labs are “normal,” your symptoms might be showing you what’s really going on underneath.

What Causes Chronic Inflammation?

A lot of small stressors add up over time. These may include:

• Processed foods and too much sugar
• Poor sleep or high daily stress
• Hormone imbalance or poor detox pathways
• Gut problems or food sensitivities
• Sitting too much and moving too little
• Environmental toxins or heavy metals

The good news? Once we find the source, your body can recover.

How We Help You Lower Inflammation Naturally

At our clinic, we take a full-body approach. Whether you come in for pain, fatigue, or mood issues, we look at inflammation as part of the root cause.

Here’s how we help:

Chiropractic Care – Dr. Jennifer Simons helps reduce pressure and nerve interference so your body can heal, circulate, and move with less inflammation.

Functional Medicine – Dr. Monica O’Sullivan uses advanced lab testing to uncover internal inflammation and its sources, from hormones to gut health to hidden food sensitivities.

Massage Therapy – With Allison Linsacum, massage helps flush out tension, boost circulation, and calm the nervous system—especially in inflamed tissues.

We build a plan based on what your body needs—no guessing, no generic advice.

What You Can Do Today

Want to start lowering inflammation on your own? Here are a few simple tips:

• Cut back on sugar and processed foods
• Add in leafy greens and water-rich fruits
• Get 7–8 hours of quality sleep
• Move gently every day, even if just a walk
• Stay hydrated and stretch often
• Come in for an assessment so we can guide you further

Small steps add up—especially when they’re personalized to you.

You Don’t Have to Stay Inflamed, Tired, or Stuck

If you’ve been living with pain, fatigue, or brain fog and no one can tell you why, inflammation could be the answer.The right support can help your body reset, recover, and feel light again.

Schedule a consultation today and let’s find out what your body needs to heal naturally.