Inflammation plays an important role in how the body heals and protects itself. When you get sick, twist an ankle, or deal with a minor cut, your immune system responds by sending help to the area. That response is part of the healing process. Problems can start when inflammation sticks around longe…

I ain't lyin’, y’all. My Momma’s doctor called her in a prescription from Six Flags, on a weekend because Mom was able to shoot her a quick text about her symptoms! Here’s how it normally works: (You probably know this rigamarole.)I feel sick. I call the doctor's office. I wait, press three, then le…