Eating Healthier

Healthy Eating For A Healthier You

Good Foods:

A balanced diet for people with MS should include: Anti-inflammatory foods are believed to help decrease MS symptoms and benefits your overall health. Below is a link to an article at Everyday Health covering 8 anti-inflammatory foods believed to be good for MS patients.

https://www.everydayhealth.com/multiple-sclerosis/anti-inflammatory-foods-ms/

• Fish high in omega-3 fatty acids, such as salmon, herring, mackerel, tuna, sardines and lake trout; (Supplement with pill form if you do not like fish) 
• Skinless chicken or turkey and lean meats trimmed of visible fat;
• Beans, lentils, soy and nuts;
• Fruit and vegetables, five a day; (Bright colors are the best)
• Whole-grain products, three to four servings a day;
• Use butter substitutes and oils from vegetables, seeds and fish.

Bright colored Fruits

Bad Foods:

Some foods should be avoided by people with MS, including: Below is a link to an article at Everyday Health covering 7 food to avoid when you have MS.

https://www.everydayhealth.com/multiple-sclerosis/diet/foods-avoid-with-multiple-sclerosis/

• Foods high in saturated fat, such as red meat, butter, cheese, and other full-fat dairy products;
• Caffeine and alcohol should be used in moderation.
• Sodas and sugary foods and sweet desserts should be avoided.

*This list is used as an example and not for everyone. Please get approval from your PCP.