Swank diet
Swank Diet
The Swank Diet is a low-fat diet that was developed by Dr. Roy Laver Swank in 1948 for the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis.
Pronunciation
Swank: /swæŋk/
Etymology
The diet is named after its creator, Dr. Roy Laver Swank.
Description
The Swank Diet is based on the premise that saturated fats and dietary cholesterol can exacerbate MS symptoms. It recommends a diet low in saturated fats and high in omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in fish and flaxseed oil. The diet also encourages the consumption of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables.
Related Terms
- Multiple Sclerosis: A chronic disease that affects the central nervous system.
- Omega-3 fatty acids: A type of fat that is beneficial for heart health.
- Saturated fats: A type of fat that is solid at room temperature and is found in animal products and tropical oils.
- Dietary cholesterol: Cholesterol that comes from food.
- Flaxseed oil: A source of omega-3 fatty acids.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Swank diet
- Wikipedia's article - Swank diet
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