Chronic Inflammation Explained (And the Anti-Inflammatory Herbs That Helped Me)

Chronic inflammation isn’t always loud. Sometimes it’s the ongoing discomfort. The flare that never fully settles. The steroid prescription that helps… but doesn’t solve it. Last year I was dealing with significant digestive inflammation from diverticulosis. I was on steroids for much of the year just to calm things down, and while they helped in the moment, I knew I needed something that supported my body more gently long term. In this video, I’m breaking down: • What chronic inflammation actually is • Why inflammation isn’t the enemy — but chronic inflammation can be • The difference between silencing symptoms and supporting healing • The five herbs that have been helping me Inflammation is a lot like a smoke detector. When there’s a real fire, you want it loud. But when it keeps screaming long after the danger has passed… that’s when it becomes exhausting. Over the past six weeks, I’ve been consistently drinking a simple five-herb blend we created for a friend who needed something gentle for her gut. I had a hunch it might help me too. Calendula Chamomile Lemon balm Tulsi Hibiscus Within a few weeks, I began weaning off steroids. Today I’m off them completely, my symptoms have dramatically decreased, and for the first time in almost a year I’ve been able to increase my fiber intake without pain. I’m not giving medical advice. I’m simply sharing what has been working for me and explaining why these herbs may support the body’s natural inflammatory response. And if sourcing herbs feels overwhelming, we’ve pre-mixed this blend as our Gentle Cleanse tea. Either way, I hope this helps you understand your body a little better and feel empowered in your healing journey. 🌿 Visit Our Herb Shop: https://tinyurl.com/herbswithgrace 🌿 Grab YOUR Copy Of Amber's Newest E-Book "The Everyday Herbalist" here: https://tinyurl.com/everydayherbs 🌿 Subscribe for more herbal education rooted in wisdom and practical experience. 🌿 Watch Daily Behind The Scenes Of Our Farm And Family here: https://instagram.com/gracewalkfarm Timestamps: 0:00 My Story with Chronic Inflammation 1:45 An Unexpected Health Challenge 4:00 A Frustrating Diagnosis Of Diverticulitis 5:00 Herbs That Failed 6:25 Finding The Root Cause - Inflammation 8:48 Inflammation Is Your Body's Alarm System 10:45 Herbs To Lower Inflammation 12:45 Loving Your Nervous System Through Chronic Inflammation 16:30 Why Herbs Are A Better Choice 18:23 Dosage, Safety, and Disclaimers 🎵 Music: Footsteps Musician: Daniel Jorgensen Source: Audiio