{"id":637,"date":"2025-07-28T22:01:27","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T17:01:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/?p=637"},"modified":"2025-07-30T20:19:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-30T15:19:08","slug":"can-diet-influence-the-course-of-multiple-sclerosis-what-chiropractors-should-know-about-nutrition-and-neurology","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/can-diet-influence-the-course-of-multiple-sclerosis-what-chiropractors-should-know-about-nutrition-and-neurology\/","title":{"rendered":"Can Diet Influence the Course of Multiple Sclerosis? What Chiropractors Should Know About Nutrition and Neurology"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-640 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_281024058-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"Woman dietitian in medical uniform with tape measure working on a diet plan sitting with different healthy food ingredients in the green office on background. Weight loss and right nutrition concept\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" \/><\/p>\n<h1><em>Can Diet Influence the Course of Multiple Sclerosis? What Chiropractors Should Know About Nutrition and Neurology<\/em><\/h1>\n<p>Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a complex, chronic neurological disease that affects over 400,000 people in the U.S. alone. Though chiropractors may not be the primary provider for MS treatment, they often see patients struggling with overlapping issues\u2014neuromuscular pain, fatigue, inflammation, and systemic dysfunction. This creates a unique opportunity for chiropractors to educate and empower patients using nutritional and lifestyle strategies grounded in clinical science.<\/p>\n<h2>Why MS Should Matter to Chiropractors<\/h2>\n<p>Chiropractors frequently encounter patients who are newly diagnosed, in remission, or showing early symptoms of MS\u2014even if the condition isn\u2019t always disclosed upfront. While MS care often involves neurologists and immunologists, chiropractors can play a crucial adjunctive role, particularly through lifestyle counseling, manual therapy, and functional medicine principles. One of the most promising areas of intervention? Nutrition.<\/p>\n<h2>Understanding MS Beyond Genetics<\/h2>\n<p>While MS has a genetic component, research makes it clear that <em>environmental and nutritional factors<\/em> heavily influence disease onset and progression.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Women are <strong>twice as likely<\/strong> as men to develop MS<\/li>\n<li>People of Northern European descent have the highest risk<\/li>\n<li>Those who move from low-risk to high-risk geographic areas <strong>before puberty<\/strong> tend to adopt the risk profile of their new region<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This suggests that exposures in childhood\u2014especially those related to diet, vitamin D status, and gut health\u2014may play a foundational role in whether someone develops MS.<\/p>\n<h2>Diet, Fatty Acids, and Myelin Integrity<\/h2>\n<p>One theory gaining traction is that <em>abnormal lipid composition<\/em> during development sets the stage for demyelination\u2014the central pathological feature of MS. Autopsy studies reveal that MS patients have <strong>low and structurally abnormal levels of lecithin<\/strong>, a critical phospholipid that insulates nerve fibers.<\/p>\n<p>Lecithin synthesis depends on:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Vitamin B6<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Choline<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Inositol<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Essential fatty acids (EFAs)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Magnesium<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In particular, diets high in <strong>saturated fats and animal products<\/strong> have been linked to greater MS prevalence. Conversely, those who consume more <strong>omega-3 fatty acids<\/strong> (from fish and seeds) show fewer relapses and slower disease progression.<\/p>\n<p>A study comparing two Dutch island communities\u2014one agricultural, one fishing\u2014found <strong>significantly more MS cases<\/strong> in the farming population, despite identical genetics. This points to omega-3 deficiency as a key environmental factor.<\/p>\n<h2>Vitamin D and the Gut-Brain Connection<\/h2>\n<p>Low vitamin D levels, especially during early life, are strongly correlated with MS onset. Vitamin D appears to support neuroprotection, reduce inflammation, and promote myelin repair. Multiple observational studies show that <strong>lower serum vitamin D<\/strong> is linked to <strong>higher relapse rates and more severe disease progression<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Recent research has also turned toward the <strong>gut microbiome<\/strong>, revealing connections between gut flora balance and neurological resilience. Diets rich in anti-inflammatory nutrients and fiber can encourage beneficial bacteria, potentially altering MS symptomatology.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cVarious diets may have favorable effects on the gut microflora and may significantly alter the progression and outcomes of MS.\u201d \u2014 <em>Jayasinghe et al., 2022<\/em><\/p>\n<h2>Key Dietary Patterns from Recent Research<\/h2>\n<p>A 2023 meta-analysis reviewed 12 dietary trials in MS patients and found that the <strong>Paleolithic<\/strong>, <strong>Mediterranean<\/strong>, and <strong>low-fat<\/strong> diets outperformed others in reducing fatigue and improving physical and mental quality of life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What to avoid:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Saturated fats<\/li>\n<li>Refined sugars<\/li>\n<li>Processed dairy (especially in early life)<\/li>\n<li>Alcohol (which destroys B vitamins)<\/li>\n<li>Pro-inflammatory foods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>What to emphasize:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Fatty fish (2\u20133x per week)<\/li>\n<li>Leafy greens, berries, cruciferous vegetables<\/li>\n<li>High-fiber, whole foods<\/li>\n<li>Seeds and oils rich in omega-3s<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Nutritional Recommendations for Clinical Use<\/h2>\n<p>For chiropractors offering lifestyle guidance, consider recommending:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Vitamin D3<\/strong>: 1,000\u20132,000 IU\/day<\/li>\n<li><strong>Flaxseed oil<\/strong>: 1 tablespoon\/day<\/li>\n<li><strong>EPA\/DHA<\/strong>: 1.8g \/ 1.2g per day respectively<\/li>\n<li><strong>B-Complex with B6, B12, folate<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Calcium and magnesium<\/strong>: support nerve function and reduce excitability<\/li>\n<li><strong>Multivitamin\/mineral<\/strong> with selenium and copper<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Patients don\u2019t need to take every supplement, but many benefit from foundational support tailored to lab results or symptom profiles. Be cautious with high-dose antioxidants and avoid duplicative or overly \u201cstacked\u201d supplement regimens unless clinically justified.<\/p>\n<h2><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-639 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-1140x760.jpeg 1140w, https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-570x380.jpeg 570w, https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-380x254.jpeg 380w, https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AdobeStock_500697259-285x190.jpeg 285w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/h2>\n<h2>Supporting Patients with Actionable Lifestyle Advice<\/h2>\n<p>Chiropractors can empower MS patients with small, impactful shifts:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Start with a <strong>low-inflammatory diet<\/strong>\u2014less sugar, more greens<\/li>\n<li>Suggest <strong>meal tracking apps<\/strong> to observe dietary triggers<\/li>\n<li>Encourage <strong>gentle aerobic activity<\/strong> to support neuroplasticity<\/li>\n<li>Educate patients on <strong>gut health and fermented foods<\/strong><\/li>\n<li>Address emotional health and stress, both known MS flare triggers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Bottom Line for Chiropractic Practice<\/h2>\n<p>Multiple Sclerosis doesn\u2019t just happen due to genes. Nutrition, environment, and lifestyle play measurable roles in its onset and progression. Chiropractors are uniquely positioned to bridge the gap between clinical care and real-world wellness strategies. By offering informed dietary guidance backed by the latest science, you not only support patients living with MS\u2014you help reshape the narrative of what\u2019s possible.<\/p>\n<h2><em><strong>Want to Learn More and Earn CE?<\/strong><\/em><\/h2>\n<p>Content from this blog derived from <em>Nutrition 170: Nutrition and Neurology<\/em> a 1-hour AV course by Gary Italia, DC, PhD. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chirocredit.com\/course\/Chiropractic_Doctor\/Nutrition_170\">LEARN MORE ABOUT THE COURSE.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Sources<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Gombash, Sara E et al. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9149265\/\">Vitamin D as a Risk Factor for Multiple Sclerosis: Immunoregulatory or Neuroprotective<\/a>?\u201d Front Neurol. 2022 May 16;13:796933.<\/li>\n<li>Jayasinghe, Maleesha et al. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/articles\/PMC9548326\/\">The Role of Diet and Gut Microbiome in Multiple Sclerosis<\/a>.\u201d Cureus. 2022 Sep 9;14(9):e28975.<\/li>\n<li>Snetselaar, Linda G et al. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/36257717\/\">Efficacy of Diet on Fatigue and Quality of Life in Multiple Sclerosis: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of Randomized Trials.<\/a>\u201d Neurology. 2023 Jan 24;100(4):e357-e366.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can Diet Influence the Course of Multiple Sclerosis? 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