The disease affects people in many ways, from visual impairment, muscle weakness and spasms, to dizziness and bladder control problems, but more than half of people with multiple sclerosis have develop cognitive problemsaccording to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
These problems often get worse over time, prompting us to make lifestyle changes, including dietary changes that may improve results.
a mediterranean dietis based on the traditional cuisine of the countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea and is rich in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, nuts and fish, and relies on olive oil as the main source of fat. Limit consumption of red meat, highly processed foods, and baked goods.
Over the years, many studies have linked the Mediterranean diet to heart health benefits, but this new study of 563 MS patients found cognitive benefits. rice field.
A battery of cognitive tests showed that 13% of study participants who reported being most loyal to the Mediterranean diet had cognitive impairment, compared to 13% of those who reported being the least similar to the Mediterranean diet. 34% had cognitive impairment. The results of this study are considered preliminary because the study has not yet been published in a peer-reviewed medical journal.
This article is part of The Post’s “Big Number” series, which briefly looks at the statistical aspects of health problems. Additional information and related studies are available via hyperlinks.
