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The ketogenic diet high in fat and low in carbohydrates would improve the lives of people with multiple sclerosis according to an American study.
Going on a ketogenic diet if you have multiple sclerosis may decrease your symptoms, reduce fatigue, and improve your mood.
That’s according to a new study by researchers from the University of Virginia, Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and Virginia Commonwealth University. They followed 65 people with this disease for 6 months by offering them a ketogenic diet and eating no more than 20 grams of carbohydrates per day (less than in a banana).
An improvement for 83% of participants
Their diet therefore consisted of eggs, meat and fish, with large fat portions of olive oil, avocado, butter or heavy cream and vegetables. At the end of the 6-month study, 83% of participants reported significant improvements in their mental and physical health, as well as symptoms of multiple sclerosis.
Results that are promising for Dr. J. Nicholas Brenton, lead author of the study and pediatric neurologist at the University of Virginia. “Diet changes can be an inexpensive way to improve overall health”said the researcher in a press release. “Our study provides evidence that a ketogenic diet may indeed be safe and beneficial.”
Nevertheless, more studies need to be conducted because a ketogenic diet can lead to certain nutrient deficiencies for example. It is therefore important to consult your doctor before changing your diet.