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Traditional Multiple Sclerosis Treatment: Something I Wasn't Prepared For
While I knew nothing about MS, I did know that there had to be a better way to cope than with drug therapy as a cure for multiple sclerosis. Finally, through major changes in my diet and lifestyle, I triumphed and got my health under control. I have been symptom-free from multiple sclerosis for 23 years. And believe me, I’m counting!Multiple Sclerosis Natural Treatment (The Healing Process)
Through my journey, I realized the power within my own body to heal itself, and knew I could help others. I became a naturopath and a nutritionist 19 years ago, and have since helped thousands of clients fight their own battles for wellness and to help cure their chronic health conditions. I believe in the power of food in helping to heal and cure disease. The newest multiple sclerosis treatment might just be the oldest: naturally.
How To Begin To Heal
You need to remove inflammation and infection from the body. What seems like an insurmountable task can be done slowly and methodically. Keep in mind that baby steps can lead to victory! Here are different ways you can incorporate a multiple sclerosis natural treatment into your daily routine:- Maintain an anti-candida diet (Avoid dairy, sugar, alcohol, gluten and corn)
- Take an herbal antifungal supplement.
- Supplement with turmeric to help reduce inflammation and boost your immunity. Try Superfood Turmeric which contains both antioxidants and adaptogens which can help reduce inflammation and fight pain.
- Add in collagen peptides to help replenish and repair the body. Collagen peptides also help to reduce stiffness and pain associated with multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune conditions. I've even seen collagen help with the brain fog that comes with MS.
- Participate in stress management techniques – Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), meditation, journaling or counseling.
- Ensure you are getting quality sleep.
- Exercise! Whether it’s yoga, walking or isometrics, be active!
- Believe in yourself!
How My Sugar Addiction Led Me to Multiple Sclerosis
When I look back, my history tells the story of someone who was the poster child for autoimmune disease to erupt. Until the age of 18, I was a sugar addict. I was sick all the time – cold, flus and sinus infections. I easily took over 60 courses of antibiotics throughout my life. I had rotted out almost every tooth from eating sugar by the time I was a teenager, and had a mouthful of silver amalgam fillings. To make matters worse, I was a type “A” personality and spent a lot of energy trying to please people. In other words, I was under a lot of stress. At 19, I contracted Epstein-Barr virus (more commonly known as mono). I saw eight different specialists and took more than 20 different drugs, mainly steroids and antibiotics, with no success. Through a miracle, I found Dr. William Crook’s book, The Yeast Connection. I realized I was dealing with candida (yeast) overgrowth, which can be caused by overconsumption of sugar. I followed an anti-candida diet and took an antifungal powder for a year, which helped me heal for the short term. And while that was a small reprieve from illness, I didn’t realize how important it was to keep the microbiome, or my gut ecology, in balance. I later learned that candida overgrowth can come back more virulently if not kept in check. So several years later, when my stress levels were high and sugar and carbs crept back into my diet, I was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis. I knew it was time to do a sugar detox.The Link Between Candida and Autoimmune Disease
The most-ignored infection in the world is candida overgrowth, which can cause a variety of symptoms, including autoimmune conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS). For the most part, candida, which is comprised of yeast and fungus, can be found both inside and outside the body naturally, and it’s harmless until it starts to multiply. Several factors can cause candida to overgrow including:- Antibiotics
- Steroids
- Birth control pills
- Hormone replacement therapy
- Chemotherapy/radiation
- Heavy metals
- Stress
- Sugar
- Alcohol
How I Reversed Multiple Sclerosis
My four-year tumultuous journey of curing multiple sclerosis started with getting back on the anti-candida diet. I eliminated dairy, sugar, alcohol, gluten and corn. I also took an antifungal drug for two years, and then switched to an herbal formula. I relied heavily on the book Multiple Sclerosis, by Judy Graham, which gave me direction and guidance about supplementation. I learned about the benefits of supplementing with anti-inflammatory herbs like turmeric and ginger. To remove toxins from my body, I had 15 silver amalgam fillings taken out. I went through this without any pain relief to avoid an immune response attack. I worked on my physical and emotional health, pushing through this near-death illness, and I coped with buried emotional traumas, and even survived a suicide attempt.You Can Also Heal Your Multiple Sclerosis
Autoimmune diseases leave many feeling hopeless, but don't let that fear overcome you. There are natural, holistic ways you can help your body heal your body, and above is just one multiple sclerosis alternative treatment to try. If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with MS, be sure to do your research: look up multiple sclerosis treatment guidelines and see which approach is best for your body. Eating healthy, reducing sugar, supplementing with proper nutrients and keeping your stress in check can do nothing but help you. With time and tenacity, you, too, can be triumphant!FAQs
How can I begin to heal multiple sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis is an autoimmune condition. In order to begin healing, you must remove inflammation and function from the body. There are many ways to naturally treat your MS — you should maintain an anti-candida diet that avoids dairy and sugar, supplement with anti-inflammatory foods such as turmeric, and make healthy everyday choices. The key to begin healing or treating a chronic condition is to make healthy lifestyle changes.What does sugar consumption have to do with multiple sclerosis?
Eating too much sugar on a regular basis increases your chance of having yeast overgrowth, or candida overgrowth. In fact, the over-consumption of sugar is the leading cause of candida overgrowth — and candida overgrowth can lead to smaller symptoms like bloating and fatigue, but it can also lead to much more serious conditions, including cancer and multiple sclerosis!What is candida overgrowth?
Candida overgrowth is when there is too much candida in the body. Candida is comprised of yeast and fungus. You can find it inside and outside the body naturally, but if it starts to multiple, it can be concerning for your health. Candida overgrowth can cause a variety of symptoms, which of course includes MS. Factors that may cause candida to overgrow include stress, steroids, antibiotics, and sugar.What foods should I eat if I have MS?
If you have MS, you want to eat foods that are anti-candida. This means you should avoid dairy, sugar, gluten, alcohol and corn. You want to eat a healthy, balanced diet rich in nutrients. For additional support, try to eat anti-inflammatory and/or antioxidant foods and supplements, like Superfood Turmeric and collagen peptides.DId you know that collagen can help with MS related joint pain? Learn more here.
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