Feeling inflamed, puffy, or slow to recover is often a sign that the body is still in repair mode. This can happen after ongoing stress, illness, travel, overtraining, or disrupted sleep. Inflammation is a signal, not a failure. It tells us the system is working, but may not have enough support to complete the process. We look at what may be contributing: ➡️cortisol load and stress patterns ➡️nutrient and mineral availability ➡️gut and immune interactions ➡️circulation and lymphatic movement When the body has the resources it needs, inflammation resolves more efficiently and recovery feels smoother. The goal is to support the system so it can finish what it’s trying to do.