Controlling Chronic Inflammation (Without A Clinic) | Bob Messerschimdt | Uncommon Living 40

In this episode of the Uncommon Living podcast, Thomas P Seager, PhD, interviews Bob Messerschmidt, the founder of COR Health, about the importance of self-monitoring health through innovative technology.

Messerschimdt explains the significance of inflammation as a marker for chronic diseases, the limitations of traditional medical practices, and the potential of at-home health monitoring devices to empower patients to be in charge of their own health. He shares insights into the science behind his device that measures inflammation via erythrocyte sedimentation rate (ESR) -- i.e., the rate at which red blood cells coagulate.

The COR Health devices provides immediate data to drive lifestyle changes. Messerschmidt and Seager describe several habits and foods that can help resolve chronic inflammation, including ice baths.

Summary:

• Self-monitoring health is becoming increasingly accessible.
• Inflammation is a key factor in chronic diseases.
• Traditional medicine often lacks effective solutions for chronic illnesses.
• Immediate data feedback can drive better health decisions.
• The COR device offers a new way to measure inflammation at home.
• ESR is a reliable indicator of systemic inflammation.
• Lifestyle changes can significantly impact inflammation levels.
• Healthy foods can be more effective than supplements for reducing inflammation.
• Cultural practices have proven benefits for health.
• Regulatory challenges exist in the health tech industry.