Research

Source: MS-UK People with MS who eat a diet rich in vegetables, fruit, and lean proteins may experience slight improvements in physical disability scores over time, a study suggests. Researchers also found that patients who did not stick closely to a healthy eating plan saw their disability scores slightly worsen over the course of a year.  A healthy diet has

Taking high-dose vitamin D supplements for more than a year can significantly cut relapse risks and ease disability for people with MS according to a review of more than 30 clinical trials. These benefits were observed in people who added the vitamin to their standard disease-modifying therapies, though the supplements had to be taken long term to be effective.

Higher consumption of ultra-processed foods, such as soft drinks, packaged snacks, and ready-to-eat meals, may be associated with an increased risk of developing MS That’s according to a large study involving nearly 186,000 middle-aged adults in the UK, which found that each 10% increase in ultra-processed food intake – measured as a share of total food intake – was

We have been approached by a researcher from Kings College London about a study being funded by the MS Society to see if any of our members would like to take part. They have sent the following information; Help us co-design a new support tool for managing bowel symptoms We are inviting adults living with

Researchers at the University of Bristol are exploring how the menstrual cycle impacts MS symptoms and other aspects of health. They are looking for people with MS who are aged 18-40 and have menstruated in the past 3 months to take part in their research. Participants must be happy using a smartphone app. The research

We have been contacted by the University of the Highlands and Islands who are doing a study into cold therapies and whether these can ease sensitivity to heat and support management of MS symptoms. They are looking for people with MS to take part in online questionnaires. To be eligible, you must meet the following

Are you living with limited mobility caused by MS? If so, could you help with a research study from Sheffield Hallam University? The study will involve an online workshop (maximum 2 hours with breaks) to help design an exercise programme for people with severe to moderate MS. The workshop will be scheduled during daytime or