By: Ivana Dragica |
Alternative treatment of multiple sclerosis |
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Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune neurodegenerative disease afflicting millions of people worldwide.
More often it affects women, with the onset of first symptoms between 20 and 50 years of age.
This disease causes problems with motor skills, neurological symptoms (dizziness, numbness, burning, neuralgia and visual disturbances), incontinence, constipation and heat sensitivity.
It often brings neuropsychological problems: memory loss, depression and cognitive difficulties.
Classical medicine has no cure for this disease, nor knows what causes it.
Alternative medicine offers a solution: the progression of the disease can significantly be reduced with proper diet, exercise, alternative therapies and natural remedies.
How to live more easily with multiple sclerosis
In the treatment of any disease, the most important aspects are attitude, persistence and consistency.
Be positive and your thoughts will be your reality.
Swank diet
Nutrition is the most important asset in reducing and eliminating the symptoms of multiple sclerosis.
Neurologist Dr. Roy Laver Swank from Oregon Medical Sciences University in Portland devised a diet that significantly reduces the progression of multiple sclerosis and the mortality caused by this disease.
The Swank diet works best if you start it during the early stages of disease and strictly follow it.
Main features of Swank diet:
− during the first year gradually remove red, dark chicken and turkey meat from your diet
− after that, stop consuming dairy products with more than 1% fat; other dairy products can be consumed without limitations
− avoid processed foods with saturated fats
− the largest doses of saturated fat per day is 15 grams, or 3 teaspoons
− you must consume at least four and no more than 10 teaspoons of healthy, unsaturated fats daily
− do not drink more than three cups of caffeinated beverages a day
− increase your intake of omega-3 fatty acids
Other guidelines for nutrition:
− avoid aspartame and other artificial sweeteners
− choose anti-inflammatory foods
− stay away from gluten and allergens
− eat a lot of food that cleanses the body
− Regularly consume these nutrients:
- Vitamin B12
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin E
- Vitamin K
- magnesium
- omega 3, 6 and 9 essential fatty acids
- zinc
Multiple sclerosis and vitamin D
It was found that mortality from multiple sclerosis increases with distance from the equator, except in areas where people eat a lot of fish. The common link is vitamin D.
Some studies suggest that high doses of vitamin D can prevent and reduce the progression of this disease.
Vitamin D plays an important role in the functioning of the brain, because it has protective immunomodulatory properties.
Therefore, it is particularly useful against neurodegenerative and neuro-immune diseases.
Some experts believe that immediately after the diagnosis it is necessary to measure the amount of vitamin D in the blood.
People suffering from multiple sclerosis usually have low vitamin D levels, which can be corrected with a single mega dose of vitamin D and by a continuous intake of regular vitamin D doses.
Research shows that taking large doses of vitamin D do not cause side effects.
Appropriate amounts of this vitamin can be obtained by sunbathing or via diet supplements.
Bee venom
Bee venom treatment alleviates multiple sclerosis symptoms such as pain, loss of coordination and muscle weakness.
Studies suggest that compounds from bee venom called melittin and adolpin help reduce inflammation and pain.
The combination of these compounds activates the natural healing processes in the body.
This therapy has many proponents and is an excellent alternative to interferon, corticosteroids, and other medications commonly used in the treatment of this disease.
Cleansing the body of heavy metals
If you have multiple sclerosis, you have to cleanse your body from heavy metal toxins, as this disease is associated with their accumulation in the body.
Toxins pollute our water, air and food. All of us use cosmetics and personal hygiene products every day, and they are full of dangerous chemicals.
Vaccines and amalgam fillings also contribute to this problem.
The deposition of harmful substances in the body can lead to many serious problems.
Heavy metals can be removed only by using chelate. One of the strongest natural chelating agents is chlorophyll.
More information about cleansing the body of toxins and heavy metals can be found here.
Scalp acupuncture
Scalp acupuncture has been proven as the most successful acupuncture technique in the case of multiple sclerosis.
Not only can it improve the quality of life and slow the progression of physical deterioration, but also reduces the number of relapses.
It is a modern acupuncture technique focused on the scalp, combining the knowledge of Western medicine with traditional acupuncture.
Scalp acupuncture has great success in relieving pain, cramps, weakness, paralysis of the limbs and balance disorders.
Many patients confirmed to have better control of bowel and bladder, and have noticed a general improvement in health.
Exercise
Regardless of the stage of multiple sclerosis, it is important to exercise daily.
Exercise improves natural functions of the body, mental state and energy. It also encourages participation in social activities.
Even moderate exercise such as brisk walking can mean a lot.
It is important that your exercise includes aerobic training, strength training, stretching, proper breathing techniques and a great range of movement and posture.
If your situation changes, it is important for you to find what suits your abilities.
Indian hemp
One of many amazing features of this plant is its wide range of healing properties against multiple sclerosis.
Many patients resort to Indian hemp, putting their health before the law, because it helps them reduce spasms, tremors and insomnia and even completely remove seizures.
Studies confirm that this plant prevents brain and spinal cord inflammation, protects nerves and body functions.
Other herbs and supplements that can help in the treatment of multiple sclerosis:
- beta-glucan
- coenzyme q10
- coral complex
- b complex
- turmeric
- probiotics
- ginseng
- dandelion
- blueberry leaf
- chamomile
- catnip
- chyawanprash
- common agrimony
- drags immune (dragon's blood)
If you use herbs and pharmaceutical drugs at the same time, interactions are possible. Because of that, caution is advised.
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