Eating and drinking
A quick search of the web throws up dozens of ‘best and worst’ foods for MS, ‘foods to avoid if you’ve got MS’ and ‘diets for MS’. But although some people report positive effects, there's not evidence they work for everyone
Most people know eating a healthy balanced diet is good for your general health and wellbeing. On these pages you can explore what we know from research and read some personal stories.
Find a healthy way of eating that suits you.
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