1227. 10 Reasons Your Body Is Inflamed and How to Fix It w/ Dr. Josh Redd

1227. 10 Reasons Your Body Is Inflamed and How to Fix It w/ Dr. Josh Redd

Author: Heal Squad February 10, 2026 Duration: 1:25:48
Hey Heal Squad! Ok, we think this episode will blow your mind!  If you’ve ever felt tired, puffy, brain foggy or all of the above…basically INFLAMMED…this conversation with Dr. Josh Redd is a total answer to all those questions. Dr. Redd, author of The 30-Day Anti-Inflammatory Reset and a leader in functional and personalized medicine, explains to Maria how tiny, chronic inflammatory responses in the body are quietly driving these fatigue-ish flare-ups. The big aha? Inflammation isn’t random! It’s often your immune system reacting to everyday triggers. The good news: you can calm it. Dr. Redd breaks down how stress, blood sugar, movement, and food can either fuel inflammation or help heal it. For instance, Maria’s jaw literally dropped when Dr. Redd explained how coffee could be contributing to her puffiness! You’ll also learn why sunlight is a powerful anti-inflammatory tool, which key lab tests can reveal hidden inflammation, and the top two foods most commonly linked to flare-ups. If you’ve tried everything and still can’t figure out why your body feels off, this episode could be the answer you’ve been waiting for. HEALERS & HEAL LINERS Inflammation isn’t just swelling, it’s your immune system stuck on high alert: Chronic inflammation can quietly drive fatigue, brain fog, puffiness, hormone issues, and autoimmune flare-ups long before you feel “sick.” Your environment may be as inflammatory as your diet: Sunlight, stress, air quality, water, and even simple habits (like wearing shoes indoors) can either inflame your body or help it heal. Stabilizing blood sugar & removing top trigger foods can change everything:  Keeping glucose steady,  and addressing gluten and dairy,  can dramatically reduce inflammation, improve energy, and calm autoimmune activity. HEAL SQUAD SOCIALS IG: https://www.instagram.com/healsquad/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@healsquadxmaria HEAL SQUAD RESOURCES: Heal Squad Website:https://www.healsquad.com/ Heal Squad x Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HealSquad/membership Maria Menounos Website: https://www.mariamenounos.com My Curated Macy’s Page: Shop My Macy’s Storefront EMR-Tek Red Light: https://emr-tek.com/discount/Maria30 for 30% off Airbnb: https://www.airbnb.com/host AUDIBLE:  https://audible.com/healsquad AG1: drinkag1.com/healsquad  GUEST RESOURCES: Dr. Josh Redd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drjoshredd Dr. Josh Redd Website: http://drjoshredd.com Get The 30-Day Inflammatory Reset: A Complete Guide to Healing Your Immune System: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-30-Day-Inflammatory-Reset/Josh-Redd/9781668205341 ABOUT MARIA MENOUNOS: Emmy Award-winning journalist, TV personality, actress, 2x NYT best-selling author, former pro-wrestler and brain tumor survivor, Maria Menounos’ passion is to see others heal and to get better in all areas of life. ABOUT HEAL SQUAD x MARIA MENOUNOS: A daily digital talk-show that brings you the world's leading healers, experts, and celebrities to share groundbreaking secrets and tips to getting better in all areas of life. DISCLAIMER: This Podcast and all related content (published or distributed by or on behalf of Maria Menounos or http://Mariamenounos.com and http://healsquad.com) is for informational purposes only and may include information that is general in nature and that is not specific to you. Any information or opinions provided by guest experts or hosts featured within website or on Company’s Podcast are their own; not those of Maria Menounos or the Company. Accordingly, Maria Menounos and the Company cannot be responsible for any results or consequences or actions you may take based on such information or opinions. This podcast is presented for exploratory purposes only. Published content is not intended to be used for preventing, diagnosing, or treating a specific illness. If you have, or suspect you may have, a health-care emergency, please contact a qualified health care professional for treatment.

There’s a raw honesty to Heal Squad x Maria Menounos that comes from a place few hosts can genuinely claim. Maria Menounos doesn’t just discuss wellness from a theoretical standpoint; she’s lived through the kind of health crises that redefine a life-a personal brain tumor, pancreatic cancer, diabetes, infertility, and caring for her mother through a similar illness. She channels those profound experiences into every conversation, transforming her survival into a practical, empowering resource for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their own health. This daily podcast feels like a trusted friend cutting through the noise, offering clarity on everything from mental resilience and physical fitness to the nuanced realities of chronic conditions and preventive care. You’ll hear from leading experts and compassionate voices, but always filtered through Maria’s perspective as an Emmy-winning journalist and bestselling author who knows how to ask the real questions. The goal isn’t perfection, but progress-actionable steps and relatable stories that make taking control of your well-being feel possible, not intimidating. Tune in for a candid, grounded approach to healing that acknowledges the struggles while consistently pointing toward sustainable solutions and hope.
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