Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the central nervous system, leading to a variety of symptoms such as muscle weakness, balance problems, and fatigue. While the exact cause of MS is not fully understood, functional medicine practitioners such as Chris Kresser and Dr. Terry Wahls, along with Ann Boroch naturopathic doctor, suggest that the root cause of MS may be related to factors such as chronic inflammation, gut dysbiosis, and nutrient deficiencies.
Chris Kresser, a functional medicine practitioner and author, suggests that MS may be linked to chronic inflammation in the body.
Inflammation can damage the myelin sheath that surrounds nerve fibers in the central nervous system, leading to the symptoms associated with MS. Kresser suggests that addressing the root causes of inflammation, such as poor diet, stress, and environmental toxins, may help reduce inflammation in the body and improve MS symptoms.
Several studies suggest that addressing factors such as inflammation and gut dysbiosis may help improve MS symptoms. For example, a 2018 study published in the journal Frontiers in Immunology found that reducing inflammation through dietary changes and lifestyle modifications may help improve MS symptoms.
Another study published in the journal Autoimmunity Reviews in 2019 found that addressing gut dysbiosis through dietary changes and probiotic supplementation may help improve MS symptoms.
Dr. Terry Wahls, a clinical professor of medicine and author who reversed her own symptoms of MS through diet and lifestyle changes, suggests that MS may be linked to gut dysbiosis and nutrient deficiencies.
According to Wahls, gut dysbiosis can lead to an imbalance of bacteria in the gut, leading to increased inflammation and immune dysfunction. Additionally, nutrient deficiencies can impact the health of the central nervous system, leading to MS symptoms.
Wahls suggests that following a nutrient-dense diet that focuses on consuming plenty of vegetables, healthy fats, and high-quality protein can help reduce inflammation and improve MS symptoms. She also recommends addressing nutrient deficiencies through supplementation, such as supplementing with vitamin D, B vitamins, and omega-3 fatty acids.
The Terry Wahls Protocol for Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a dietary and lifestyle approach developed by Dr. Terry Wahls, a clinical professor of medicine at the University of Iowa and a person who reversed her own progressive MS.
The protocol emphasizes a nutrient-dense, whole foods diet that is designed to provide the essential nutrients that are required for optimal cellular function. Dr. Wahls recommends consuming 9 cups of vegetables and low-glycemic fruits daily, including a variety of colors, and reducing processed foods and sugars. She also advocates for consuming healthy fats, such as those found in fish, nuts, and seeds and meat.
Dr. Wahls also emphasizes the importance of supporting the mitochondria, which are the energy-producing organelles within cells. She has stated that MS and other chronic health conditions can be caused by a breakdown in the functioning of mitochondria, which can lead to inflammation, oxidative stress, and cellular dysfunction.
Dr. Wahls recommends incorporating foods that are high in vitamins and nutrients that support mitochondrial health, such as sulfur-containing vegetables like cabbage and broccoli, and organ meats like liver. She also encourages regular physical activity and stress reduction practices to support overall cellular health.
Ann Boroch was a well-known naturopathic doctor and author who specialized in using holistic approaches to address autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, cured her own MS symptoms.
According to Boroch, the root cause of MS is a combination of factors, including genetic predisposition, environmental toxins, and chronic infections such as candida overgrowth.
Boroch believed that candida overgrowth plays a significant role in the development and progression of MS. Candida is a type of yeast that lives naturally in the gut, but can overgrow and cause a range of health problems when the balance of gut bacteria is disrupted.
Boroch argued that candida overgrowth can lead to a leaky gut, or increased intestinal permeability, which allows toxins and other harmful substances to enter the bloodstream and trigger an immune response. This immune response can lead to inflammation and damage to the myelin sheath, the protective covering around nerve fibers that is damaged in MS.
Boroch’s approach to treating MS focused on addressing the underlying factors that contribute to the development and progression of the disease, including candida overgrowth. Her treatment approach included dietary changes, detoxification, and natural supplements to support the immune system and reduce inflammation.
Dietary changes: Boroch recommended a diet that is low in sugar, refined carbohydrates, and processed foods, which can feed candida and contribute to gut dysbiosis. She also recommended a diet that is high in anti-inflammatory foods such as fresh vegetables, low-glycemic fruits, and healthy fats, as well as foods that are high in nutrients such as vitamin D, magnesium, and omega-3 fatty acids, which have been shown to be beneficial for MS patients.
Several studies have found that omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce inflammation in the body, and may have a protective effect against MS. A review of the literature published in the journal “Autoimmune Diseases” in 2011 found that vitamin D supplementation may help reduce the risk of developing MS, and may also help reduce disease activity in people who already have the condition.
There is also some evidence that suggest that candida overgrowth may be related to MS. A study published in the journal “Medical Hypotheses” in 2002 found that candida overgrowth may be a factor in the development of MS, and that treating candida with antifungal medications may be helpful in reducing symptoms.
Candida overgrowth and gut dysbiosis may play a role in the development and progression of autoimmune diseases such as MS. Research has shown that MS patients have a higher prevalence of gut dysbiosis and candida overgrowth than healthy controls, and that treatment of gut dysbiosis can improve MS symptoms.
Detoxification: Boroch believed that environmental toxins such as heavy metals and pesticides can contribute to the development of MS by impairing the immune system and causing inflammation. She recommended detoxification strategies such as infrared saunas, colon hydrotherapy, and supplements that support liver function.
Natural supplements: Boroch recommended a range of supplements to support the immune system and reduce inflammation, including probiotics to restore gut health, omega-3 fatty acids to reduce inflammation, and herbs such as turmeric and ginger to support immune function.
Both Ann Boroch and Terry Wahls cured their MS and got rid of all the medications they were taking. By balancing the gut microbiome, using natural therapies and lifestyle changes.
You can find similar stories from all over the world where people get rid of their MS symptoms for good, even though doctors say it’s impossible.