*[[vitamin D]] : the highest rates of MS occurre in areas that had less sunlight and higher rates of the infectious disease mononucleosis. The researchers speculate that if vitamin D levels are too low, the immune system may not be able to ward off late complications of the Epstein Barr virus that causes mono. Previous studies have shown lower rates of MS where sun exposure is stronger, suggesting that there may be something about vitamin D levels that is protective.
* a natural enzyme supplement, known as [[Serrapeptase]] offers help for [[allergies]], [[asthma]], [[arthritis]], MS, and other [[inflammatory diseases]].
* herbs Herbs : Anti-inflammatory herbs may help when symptoms are at their worst. Some helpful herbs and spices that are easily added to foods are [[turmeric]], [[ginger]], [[thyme]], [[cinnamon]], [[oregano]], [[rosemary]], and clove[[cloves]]. [[Evening primrose Primrose]] oil, more difficult to find, may also help because of its concentration of gamma-linoleic acid, which helps optimize nervous system function.* [[Thyme]] : If taken on a regular basis it can significantly help to reduce the viral load in the body which makes it very beneficial in dealing with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, Vertigo, Tinnitus, and Multiple Sclerosis.*[[Ginseng]] improves quality of life and fatigue in multiple sclerosis patients
* [[N-Acetylglucosamine]] could open the doorway to new treatments for a host of autoimmune disorders.
* sodium benzoate, a metabolite of [[cinnamon]], can inhibit the expression of various pro-inflammatory molecules in brain cells and block the disease process of MS in mice.
* Cultured veggies include non-processed sauerkraut, pickles, kimchi, etc.
*fermented drinks such as coconut water kefir, fermented whey and apple cider vinegar should be used in abundance.
*Check your [[iron ]] levels : Excess iron can cause damage to the endothelium, the inner lining of blood vessels as well as create massive amounts of free radicals. It can also damage your DNA. Therefore, if you have MS it is very important to check your blood for iron overload, a process that is easily done through a simple blood test called a serum ferritin test. The healthy range of serum ferritin lies between 20 and 80 ng/ml. Below 20, you are iron deficient, and above 80, you have an iron surplus. Ferritin levels can go really high. I’ve seen levels over 1,000, but anything over 80 is likely going to be a problem. The ideal range is between 40-60 ng/ml.If you find that your iron levels are high, simply donate your blood. Normally a person would require 1-3 blood draws per year, up to as many as one per month if your system can tolerate it, until your ferritin levels have been sufficiently lowered.
*Low-dose Naltrexone and alpha lipoic acid – One of the newer treatment strategies for MS is low dose Naltrexone (LDN), along with alpha lipoic acid. Naltrexone (generic name) is a pharmacologically active opioid antagonist, conventionally used to treat drug- and alcohol addiction – normally at doses of 50mg to 300mg. As such, it’s been an FDA approved drug for over two decades.However, at very low dosages (3 to 4.5 mg), naltrexone has immunomodulating properties that may be able to successfully treat cancer malignancies and a wide range of autoimmune diseases, including multiple sclerosis. As explained on the informative website lowdosenaltrexone.org, when you take LDN at bedtime — which blocks your opioid receptors for a few hours in the middle of the night — it is believed to up-regulate vital elements of your immune system by increasing your body’s production of metenkephalin and endorphins (your natural opioids), hence improving immune function. Dr. Bert Berkson is an expert on this regimen. For more information about his findings and successes using this combination, please review this previous article.
* The Paleo Diet, consisting of organic, whole foods from grass-fed meats, vegetables, fermented foods, and nuts, is packed with nutrients that protect the nervous and immune systems. The Paleo Diet is high in B vitamins, iodine, and omega-3 fatty acids (animal based EPA and DHA) that support mitochondrial function and myelin growth and repair.
*Mercury detox – Mercury is clearly a neurotoxic poison that should be avoided, so avoiding fish and refusing or removing mercury dental amalgams are also important aspects. Certain supplements can also help eliminate mercury from your system, such as chlorella, and OSR (Oxidative Stress Reliever) developed by Dr. Boyd Haley.
* Address early childhood emotional traumas—Last but certainly not least, in my experience with MS patients, there is nearly always a precipitating traumatic emotional event that causes your immune system to crash, leading to the disease. Just as vitamin D deficiency seems to be present in most cases of autoimmune disease, there is also typically an emotional element involved. More often than not, some form of hidden emotional wound can be found in patients suffering with autoimmune diseases like MS.Typically, this wounding occurred at a very young age, almost always before the age of seven; often before the age of five. Issues related to this event need to be addressed by using an effective energy psychology tool like the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), but only with the help of an experienced practitioner.
*[[Ginseng]] improves quality of life and fatigue in multiple sclerosis patients
* Healing Saints : [[St. Lidwina]]