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·March 12, 2022·4 min read

Brain Cell Insight Could Lead to New Treatments for Neurological-Based Diseases

Study reports oligodendrocytes in the brain are distinct from oligodendrocytes in the central nervous system due to their metabolic processes. The findings may shed new light on neurological and autoimmune dysfunction in multiple sclerosis and other neurodegenerative disorders.

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·March 6, 2022·4 min read

Ketogenic Diet May Reduce Disability and Improve Quality of Life in People With Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis patients who followed a ketogenic diet experienced less fatigue, improved symptoms of depression, and improved quality of life. Additionally, those who followed a keto diet had reduced levels of inflammatory markers in blood samples.

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·March 1, 2022·3 min read

Milk May Exacerbate Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

Study reports proteins in cow milk trigger autoimmune responses in those with multiple sclerosis, leading to damage of the myelin sheath.

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·February 16, 2022·5 min read

Multiple Sclerosis Study With Twins Untangles Environmental and Genetic Influences

A study of monozygotic twins allowed researchers to discover which parts of immune dysfunction in multiple sclerosis were influenced by genetics, and which were influenced by environmental factors.

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·February 9, 2022·9 min read

How Epstein-Barr Virus Triggers Multiple Sclerosis

Around 25% of patients with multiple sclerosis have blood antibodies that bind to the Epstein-Barr virus and EBNA1, a protein made in the brain and spinal cord. Researchers say this is the first study to definitely show that the Epstein-Barr virus can cause multiple sclerosis in some patients.

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·February 4, 2022·3 min read

New Genetic Clues for Multiple Sclerosis Risk

Oligodendrocytes may play a different role in the development and progression of multiple sclerosis than previously thought.

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·January 27, 2022·3 min read

Diet and Gut Bacteria May Play a Role in Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers have identified a link between multiple sclerosis and a decreased level of specific gut bacteria. Additionally, the study reveals those who consume more meat may be at increased risk of developing the autoimmune disorder.

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·January 15, 2022·4 min read

Hydroxychloroquine Delays Disability for Least Treatable Form of Multiple Sclerosis

Hydroxychloroquine shows promise for reducing some of the debilitating systems associated with primary progressive multiple sclerosis, a new study reports.

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·January 13, 2022·3 min read

Epstein-Barr Virus May Be Leading Cause of Multiple Sclerosis

The risk of developing mutliple sclerosis increases 32 fold following Epstein-Barr virus infection.

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·December 21, 2021·4 min read

Gut-Derived Metabolites That Play a Role in Neurodegeneration Identified

Researchers have identified high levels of three gut-produced toxic metabolites in plasma and cerebrospinal fluid samples of patients with multiple sclerosis.

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·December 8, 2021·3 min read

Sunshine May Shield Children and Young Adults From Multiple Sclerosis

Spending time enjoying the sunshine may help protect children and young adults from developing multiple sclerosis, a new study reports. Sun exposure boosts vitamin D levels and helps stimulate immune cells. Researchers report vitamin D may alter the biological function of immune cells, offering added protection against multiple sclerosis.

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·December 4, 2021·3 min read

Treadmill Exercise Training Shows Promise for Managing Cognitive Effects of Multiple Sclerosis

Walking exercise on a treadmill improves cognitive abilities, including learning and memory, and preserves hippocampal volume in people with relapse-remitting multiple sclerosis.

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Multiple Sclerosis

Brain Cell Insight Could Lead to New Treatments for Neurological-Based Diseases

Ketogenic Diet May Reduce Disability and Improve Quality of Life in People With Multiple Sclerosis

Milk May Exacerbate Multiple Sclerosis Symptoms

Multiple Sclerosis Study With Twins Untangles Environmental and Genetic Influences

How Epstein-Barr Virus Triggers Multiple Sclerosis

New Genetic Clues for Multiple Sclerosis Risk

Diet and Gut Bacteria May Play a Role in Multiple Sclerosis

Hydroxychloroquine Delays Disability for Least Treatable Form of Multiple Sclerosis

Epstein-Barr Virus May Be Leading Cause of Multiple Sclerosis

Gut-Derived Metabolites That Play a Role in Neurodegeneration Identified

Sunshine May Shield Children and Young Adults From Multiple Sclerosis

Treadmill Exercise Training Shows Promise for Managing Cognitive Effects of Multiple Sclerosis

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