Metainflammation: The Hidden Link Between Your Lifestyle and Your Health
Why it matters—and how we help at Lakelands Health and Performance
Dr Kobi Kierath
At Lakelands Health and Performance, we believe that true health isn’t just about being pain-free. It’s about understanding what’s really going on in your body—even when you don’t feel it yet. One of the biggest hidden issues we see is something called metainflammation.
What Is Metainflammation?
Metainflammation is a long-term, low-level type of inflammation that quietly affects your whole body. Unlike the quick swelling or redness you get when you injure yourself, this kind of inflammation is slow, constant, and often goes unnoticed. But over time, it can do real damage.
What Causes It?
Metainflammation is often linked to modern lifestyle habits like:
Carrying extra weight – Fat tissue releases chemicals that increase inflammation.
Poor eating habits – Diets high in sugar, processed foods, and unhealthy fats can trigger inflammation.
Not moving enough – Sitting too much and not exercising makes inflammation worse.
Ongoing stress – Both physical and emotional stress can keep your body in an inflamed state.
Lack of quality sleep – Poor sleep throws off the body’s ability to repair and balance itself.
Why It Matters
Even though you can’t always feel it, metainflammation can lead to a range of serious health problems:
Type 2 Diabetes – It can interfere with how your body handles sugar.
Heart Disease – It contributes to clogged arteries and high blood pressure.
Aches and Pains – It makes joints and muscles more sensitive and prone to injury.
Gut and Mental Health – It’s been linked to poor gut health, depression, and anxiety.
Fatigue and Poor Recovery – It can leave you feeling tired and slow to bounce back from exercise or injury.
What Can You Do About It?
The good news is, you can reduce inflammation—often by making simple but powerful changes to your daily habits:
Eat better – Focus on whole foods: veggies, fruit, lean protein, and healthy fats.
Get moving – Regular exercise helps calm inflammation and boost energy.
Manage stress – Try breathing exercises, mindfulness, and getting outside.
Sleep well – Aiming for consistent, good-quality sleep helps your body heal.
Keep a healthy weight – Less body fat means less inflammation.
How We Can Help
Chiropractic care is about much more than your spine. At Lakelands Health and Performance, we look at the whole picture—how you move, eat, sleep, and recover. Our treatments can help relieve pain, but also reduce inflammation by helping your body work better. We also give you practical tips on posture, exercise, and lifestyle that support long-term health.
Sometimes, we’ll suggest working with other professionals too—like your GP, a dietitian, or a physio—because tackling inflammation often needs a team approach.
When to Reach Out
If you’re constantly tired, in pain, or just not feeling like yourself, it’s worth getting checked out. The sooner we find the cause, the sooner we can help you feel better and avoid bigger health issues down the track.
At Lakelands Health and Performance, we’re here to guide you with clear advice and evidence-based care. Together, we’ll build a plan that supports not just your symptoms—but your health, energy, and performance for the long run.