Managing MS Symptoms: Food vs Medication

By : Kim | 0 Comments | On : May 15, 2013 | Category : MS Diet Tips

A Better Way I always feel terribly sad when I hear of how someone with MS is struggling with the nasty side effects of medication. The women I have spoken to, report a host of side effects such as sleeplessness, pain, depression, nausea, hair loss and flu-like MS symptoms. Their quality of life is reduced but, to them, it feels like a necessary sacrifice to keep themselves healthy. But are they really feeling healthy? Are they experiencing a boost in energy, a clear mind and stable mood?

Don’t get me wrong, the scientific breakthroughs in the development of drugs to treat MS have been nothing short of staggering! MS is now considered to be ‘treatable’ in the field of medicine. However, most of these disease modifying drugs only offer the hope of reducing relapses by around 30%. So, all that pain for not very much reward. It just doesn’t seem worth it if there is another, feasible, alternative.

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Finding Your Perfect Weight With The MS Diet

By : Kim | 6 Comments | On : April 29, 2013 | Category : MS Diet Tips

We are all so different! Our bone structure, body make up and genetic predisposition is unique to us. Some women have such difficulty losing those extra pounds and others are challenged by the fact that they need to put on weight. I do find it fascinating! We all do have one thing in common though, we are all looking to find our perfect weight and stay there. Luckily, this is one of the great side effects of the MS Diet!

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Beating MS Without Medication Is Possible

By : Kim | 25 Comments | On : March 31, 2013 | Category : MS Diet Tips

I thoroughly enjoy hearing the stories of courageous women with MS who have fought hard to claim their lives back and won. I connected with Danelle a couple of weeks ago and felt that her recovery from MS was too inspiring not to share with you. Danelle has put simple things in place that have given her miraculous results through her diet and lifestyle changes. She is living proof that our bodies respond beautifully when they are treated with nurture, care and cleansed from toxins and allergens. I will hand over to Danelle now to share her story of healing with you in her own words:

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