CRP (C-Reactive Protein, standard)

Routine annual

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What it isC-reactive protein is produced by the liver in response to inflammatory cytokines, particularly IL-6. The standard assay detects the higher concentrations seen in acute infection or active inflammation.

DoesTags pathogens and damaged cells for clearance and amplifies inflammation.

GoodLow CRP signals quiescent systemic inflammation and intact baseline tone.

BadSharp elevation signals acute infection, severe inflammation, or autoimmune flare. Use hsCRP for subtle chronic inflammation that standard CRP misses.

Standard

<10 mg/L normal acute.

Optimal

0–1 mg/L (lower is good)

Modifiers

Spikes with infection, injury, surgery; affected by chronic inflammatory conditions.

How to optimize

Lifestyle: Address chronic inflammation drivers; sleep, stress, visceral fat, quit smoking.
Diet: Mediterranean pattern; cut ultra-processed food, refined carbs.
Supplements: Omega-3 EPA+DHA (2–4g/day), curcumin (500mg 2×/day), vitamin D3.
Peptides: BPC-157, thymosin alpha-1.
Drugs: Treat underlying cause.

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