The Different Approaches Of Natural Treatment For MS

By Jerri Perry


Multiple sclerosis commonly referred to as MS is a chronic condition which may cause serious effect on the sufferer. It results from destruction of layers insulating myelin sheath which in turn disrupts the transmission of electrical impulses to and from the brain and the rest of nervous system. Most people imagine that the only way to deal with this condition is through the medical solutions such as immunotherapy, intensive occupational therapy, corticosteroids and surgery. These alternatives however come with severe side effect and are expensive too, the reasons why you should consider natural treatment for MS.

Some of these natural alternatives have been proven to be very effective with a number of clinical trials giving them a go ahead. In most cases, they are majorly based on alternative therapies, total lifestyle change and change in dietary approach. The complementary therapy for instance targets to ensure that the body reduces the rate of myelin depletion, manage the symptoms and make healing process faster.

The complimentary commonly used are the nutritional approach and meditation. Meditation is done to induce relaxation in the entire nervous system which in turn helps in the management of spasms, weakness and loss of motor control making the condition better. The nutritional alternative on the other hands focus on enriching the body with minerals in short supply. In most cases, vitamin D is highly desirable. In fact, the evidences shows that exposure to sun particularly at young age reduces the risks of developing the condition.

The advice from medical doctors is that those who go for this treatment alternatives should always maintain low dosage until when sure of how the supplement is affecting your condition. You can then increase the dosage if they are improving the condition or stop if the situation is getting worse.

Psychological techniques are the other approaches used. In this way, techniques such as neuro-linguistic programming are targeted at identifying and treating any negative thoughts which may arise in the process of treatment. It also helps in dealing with the possible side effects that arise. It I not common approach in the mainstream medicine although it has been clinical proven to work. As such, it can make treatment process more holistic in approach.

The exercises and yoga are also other physical alternatives out of the situation. After continuous physical activity for about six months, the fatigue which happened to be the most common symptom is reduced in a matter of time. This can be done together with other treatment methods for full recovery.

The other tips include increase intake of vegetables and fruits, multivitamin and other multi-mineral supplements, up to 5 grams of lecithin granules on daily basis, about 30 milligrams three times daily dose of coenzyme Q10, eating ginger and turmeric, replacing animal protein with plant protein and reducing the quantity of the same, complete elimination of milk and its derivatives among many other ways.

Natural treatment for MS is basically on lifestyle change and adding the vitamins and minerals that may be inadequate in the body. In most cases, the approaches are supportive of healthy leaving and therefore worth trying.




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