Is Stress Reduction good for inflammation?

The evidence points that way, though it's not yet conclusive. Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) and related mind-body practices are supported by multiple meta-analyses, including one on physiological stress markers and another examining the psychological mechanisms behind MBSR's benefits, plus a randomized controlled trial showing improved sleep and emotion regulation in depressed elderly adults. That's reflected in an evidence score of 68/100 for its role in inflammation, drawn from 6 studies (2 RCTs), with an estimated impact on longevity rated moderate (55/100).