Dr. Roy Swank, a professor of Neurology, provided evidence that manipulating dietary fats can slow the
progression of M.S. In short the Swank Diet encourages less saturated and hydrogenated fats, one teaspoon per
day of cod liver oil (containing EPA and DHA), 40-50 gms (3-4 tablespoons) of polyunsaturated vegetable oils, with
fish consumption three or more times per week (plus low fat protein foods, vegetables and some nuts).6,11,12
6. Crohn’s Disease
Fish oil supplementation has been shown to benefit patients with Crohn’s Disease via its effects on promoting the
formation of anti-inflammatory eicosanoids.2
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