There are several nutritional approaches to help deal with Crohns. I recently read a passionate blog on the subject:
http://www.riseabovecrohns.com/omega-3-fatty-acids-and-crohns-symptoms/
As far as Omega-3, the research shows that enteric coated fish oil pills have a MUCH better effect than non-enteric coated ones.
Another dietary approach is to reduce Omega-6. We eat WAY too much Omega-6 and in excess, Omega-6 is inflammatory. And Crohn's is an inflammatory condition. The first place to start is the kitchen: replace Corn and Soy oils with Olive or Canola. Omega-6 you ate last winter could still be stored in your body - so this is a gradual process. Speaking of, check out science writer, Susan Allport's version of Supersize Me, called Omega-6 Me, where she increased her Omega-6 intake for a month. Scary! http://susanallport.com/
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Great article, Jody!
There are several nutritional approaches to help deal with Crohns. I recently read a passionate blog on the subject:
http://www.riseabovecrohns.com/omega-3-fatty-acids-and-crohns-symptoms/
As far as Omega-3, the research shows that enteric coated fish oil pills have a MUCH better effect than non-enteric coated ones.
Another dietary approach is to reduce Omega-6. We eat WAY too much Omega-6 and in excess, Omega-6 is inflammatory. And Crohn's is an inflammatory condition. The first place to start is the kitchen: replace Corn and Soy oils with Olive or Canola. Omega-6 you ate last winter could still be stored in your body - so this is a gradual process. Speaking of, check out science writer, Susan Allport's version of Supersize Me, called Omega-6 Me, where she increased her Omega-6 intake for a month. Scary! http://susanallport.com/
Thanks again.
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