If this applies to gut bacteria too, it could explain higher rates of allergies and other inflammatory diseases in rich nations. (newscientist.com)
These anti-inflammatory properties can also help combat other inflammatory diseases such as diabetes. (fitnessandpower.com)
I've seen many patients with eczema, for example, suppress the symptom only to later develop other inflammatory diseases such as asthma and arthritis. (thespadr.com)