Since I didn't mention it in my first post, I feel I need to now, for those that haven't checked the links.
When I say increase fat, I mean saturated fat. Nuts, Avocados, and animal fat. Yes, butter and bacon! The worst part about bacon is the sugar that most of it's cured with. Butter is good for us. My doctor says the biggest problem with butter is the non-organic variety that concentrates certain things that we don't want any of, like hormones, antibiotics, etc. So, when you can, go organic, especially with dairy.
Meat that has been fed grain has fewer omega3 fatty acids, which is why many of us supplement with fish oil. If you can get your hands on grass-fed meat however, you shouldn't have to.
As for olive oil, use extra-virgin, and my doctor told me not to cook with it, as it can turn into a trans-fat. I get plenty of it with my salads. I cook with coconut oil, or butter....or both.
All of these things help regulate inflammation, which is exactly what those of us with AS need. I've been on this diet six months, and can feel an incredible difference in pain levels. I used to pop Ibuprofen on a regular basis, but have completely stopped since I started NSD. I've also lost 40 pounds.
