Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a degenerative of the central nervous system that affects the brain, spinal cord, and optic nerves. MS is characterized by the degeneration of the mylein sheaths that protect the nerve fibers.

Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis

Below are a list of symptoms attributed to Multiple Sclerosis:

  • Visual disturbances
  • Muscle fatigue
  • Slurred speech
  • Numbness
  • Dizziness
  • Thinking and memory problems
  • Impaired balance and coordination

Foods to Avoid If You Have Multiple Sclerosis

People with Multiple Sclerosis should avoid the following foods:

  • Saturated fats found in meat and dairy
  • Meat
  • Dairy
  • Hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils.

Foods That Help to Relieve the Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis

Diet plays an important role in the progression of Multiple Sclerosis, and studies have shown that people who have a low-fat, high fiber diet can help decrease the number of new MS lesions.

Additionally, the consumption of nutritional supplements, moderate exercise, and the avoidance of stress have all shown to be helpful during the early stages of the disease.

People with Multiple Sclerosis should have a diet rich in:

  • Fruits
  • Vegetables – leafy greens
  • Foods rich in:

    • Fiber
    • Omega – 3 fatty acids

Supplements That Can Treat Multiple Sclerosis

The following vitamins and supplements can treat the symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis:

Supplement Dosage Precautions
Alpha-Lipolic Acid 300 to 400 mg once a day. Improved blood sugar levels so diabetics may be able to take less medication.
Alpha Lipolic Acid 100 to 300 mg once a day Will improve blood sugar levels.
Carnitine 500 to 3,000 mg once a day
Coenzyme Q10 100 to 300 mg daily May reduce the effects of blood thinners. May cause diarrhea in dosages above 100 mg once a day.
Copper 1 to 2mg once a day Your Copper-to-Zinc ratio is very important for your overall health. Also, do not take copper supplement
Cupric Oxide, which has a very low bioavailability.
EPA/DHA (fish oil) 1,000 to 3,000 mg once a day Choose a source that contains Vitamin E to prevent oxidation.
Gamma-Linolenic Acid (GLA) 300 to 720 mg once a day It is important to maintain the proper ratio of Omega-6 Fatty Acids to Omega-3 Fatty Acids.
Ginko Biloba 120 mg once daily Do not use if taking a blood thinner.
Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate) 400 to 800 mg once a day Consult your healthcare provider for dosage if you have kidney disease. Discontinue use and see your doctor
if you experience abdominal pain. Take a lower dose if it causes diarrhea.
N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) 200 mg once a day When taking NAC supplements, also take extra Vitamin C, Copper, and Zinc.
NADH 5 mg twice a day Reduced and more active form of Niacin.
Phosphatidylserine 200 to 300 mg once a day
Selenium (as Selenomethione) 200 mcg once a day Avoid Selenium as Selenium Yeast because it is not absorbed by the body well.
Vitamin B3 (Niacin) 25 mg twice a day High doses can deplete your body of other vitamins in the B Complex
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)

 25 mg twice a day Do not take more 500 mg a day. If you are taking L-dopa for Parkinson’s disease, do not take B6 without first consulting your doctor.
Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid) 500 mcg once a day High doses can deplete your body of other vitamins in the B Complex
Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) 1,000 mcg a day High doses can deplete your body of other vitamins in the B Complex
Vitamin C 500 mg once a day Do not take high dosages if you are prone to kidney stones or gout. Take Vitamin C as Magnesium Ascorbate. Never take Ascorbic Acid because it causes the body to become acidic and Vitamin C is not stored in the body as Ascorbic Acid.
Vitamin D You should have your blood levels measured by a healthcare provider to determine the correct
dosage.

Vitamin E 400 IU once a day. Take mixed tocopherols, which is the more active type of Vitamin E. If you are taking a blood thinner, consult your doctor first.
Zinc 10 to 15 mg once a day Take Zinc Picolinate or Zinc Citrate as they are better absorbed by the body.