Dietary omega-3s improve inflammationThe Influence of an Anti-Inflammatory Gluten-Free Diet with EPA and DHA on the Involvement of Maresin and Resolvins in Hashimoto's Disease.
We explored the role of a gluten-free diet supplemented with docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) in influencing the inflammation associated with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (HT). Our study focused on 39 Caucasian women diagnosed with autoimmune HT to assess how these dietary changes might affect inflammatory responses.
Through careful analysis of metabolites, we observed that introducing a gluten-free diet with omega-3 fatty acids, including DHA, may help alleviate inflammation related to Hashimoto’s. We noted an increase in anti-inflammatory fatty acid mediators after dietary changes, suggesting potential benefits of such dietary interventions for people with HT.
However, it is important to clarify that while we saw significant changes in inflammatory markers, the specific impact of DHA alone remains unclear. Moreover, our findings did not reveal any improvements in thyroid antibodies. This indicates that while dietary changes can have a positive impact on inflammation, the direct effects of DHA on Hashimoto's may require further investigation.
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