10/14/2026
Eating well, exercising, and prioritizing sleep—but your inflammation markers are still high? There may be more to the story.
C-reactive protein (CRP) is a blood marker that can help indicate inflammation in the body. While lifestyle habits play an important role, other factors—including genetics, underlying health conditions, and environmental exposures—may also influence your inflammatory response.
Certain genetic variations affect pathways involved in managing oxidative stress, which is one piece of the larger inflammation puzzle.
The takeaway? If your CRP remains elevated despite your best efforts, don't just assume you're doing something wrong. Work with your healthcare provider to investigate the underlying causes and determine what steps make sense for you.
Your genes may offer another piece of the puzzle.
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