"This also mirrors the idea that MS is a disease of the western world. If you go to countries like India and parts of Asia, you don't really see MS. However, when these people come to the United States and adopt a more westernized diet, the incidence of the disease goes up."

What is a "westernized diet"? Low in fruits & vegetables, high in transfats, processed food, fried foods and sugar. A western diet encourages constipation. Eat real food, and your gut will be happier! Inflammatory bacteria love sugar, lots of meat and processed food...but they don't stick around when we consume fiber from fresh fruits and veggies. This is something we can do today! J

New research suggests that our gastrointestinal flora may play a role in multiple sclerosis.