From: Dr. Williams—Neurologist
A well-balanced diet is important to consider when focusing on overall health. For people living with multiple sclerosis (MS), diet could potentially affect the immune system. There could be direct or indirect effects on the immune cells. There could also be effects on bacteria in the gut, which could cause inflammation or stop inflammation. Although there is no cure for MS, researchers continue to evaluate whether or not nutrition could play a larger role in the risk for MS and the course of the disease than we thought.
Remember, always talk to your doctor before making any changes to your diet, or before starting a specific diet plan.
Diet and MS
Many people have questions about the role of diet in MS. Is there a specific diet that can help? Unfortunately, there are very little data, if any, about specific diets and their role in MS. Common themes include eating more fresh and natural foods, as well as cutting down on processed foods and saturated fats.
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