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Reducing Your Risk of Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

Authors:
  • Cynthia M. Johnson, MA
Publication Type:

Condition InDepth

Reducing Your Risk of Multiple Sclerosis (MS)

MS cannot be prevented, but methods are being studied.

Researchers are looking at the role of vitamin D in MS. Some studies have found that people with low vitamin D intake had a higher risk.

People who are worried about their vitamin D level should talk to their doctor. A blood test can check vitamin D levels.

Vitamin D can be found in foods like cod liver oil, salmon, mackerel, sardines, and some milk. The sun also triggers the body to make vitamin D.

References

  • Multiple sclerosis (MS). EBSCO DynaMed website. Available at: https://www.dynamed.com/condition/multiple-sclerosis-ms.
  • NINDS multiple sclerosis information page. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke website. Available at: https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-Disorders/Multiple-Sclerosis-Information-Page.
  • What is MS? National Multiple Sclerosis Society website. Available at: https://www.nationalmssociety.org/What-is-MS.

Contributors

  • James Cornell, MD
Last Updated:
2023-08-01

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