Research on Cod Liver Oil and Colitis

Research on cod liver oil and colitis shows this healthy oil may offer some relief to people with this disease.

Scientists are aware that omega 3 fatty acids have an anti-inflammatory effect in our bodies. Fish oils, such as cod liver oil, are abundant in omega 3 fatty acids.

Irritable bowel diseases, such as Colitis and Crohn's disease involve inflammation in the bowel. Typical treatment is the use of corticosteriods to reduce the inflammation.

Unfortunately, some people may experience side effects from these powerful drugs.

Research has proven the health benefits of using fish oils on Crohn's disease and improving symptoms in ulcerative colitis.

And now, studies show cod liver oil helps reduce inflammation in colitis.

Animal studies using cod liver oil showed it reduces the progression of colitis. In fact, after 30 days of treatment with cod liver oil, inflammation was reduced and almost non-existent after 50 days of treatment.

Scientists believe a diet high in fatty fish and fish oils, such as cod liver oil, prevents the increase of inflammatory-causing chemicals and shortens the severity of the lesions seen in colitis.

More human studies are needed to determine the right amounts of cod liver oil to take and the duration of treatment for maximum effectiveness.

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