Month: April 2020

tDCS, Hypnotherapy and Mindfulness Meditation  Transcranial direct current stimulation (tDCS) is an emerging non-invasive brain stimulation technique -may help reduce fatigue in individuals with MS, suggests this new study. Hypnotherapy helps promote the psychological well-being of those affected by MS, according to this new randomized clinical trial.  Using mindfulness meditation for one year may help improve cognitive and emotional well being, according to this new study.  Exercise  Pilates training along with massage could be proposed as a complementary treatment alongside medications to prevent disease progression in MS patients, suggests this new study.  Exercise improves muscle strength, motor function, and decreasing depression and anxiety in women with MS, according to this new study that used an 8-week training program, using a combination of rhythmic aerobic and resistance training by bodyweight, Theraband, and TRX  Aquatic exercises help improve postural control and hand function, in those with MS, according to this new randomized trial– which used two forms of aqua therapy  Halliwick (Hallw) and an Aquatic Plyometric Exercise (APE).  Diet and Supplements A modified Paleo diet shows more benefits (improvement in fatigue, cognitive scores) than an MCT based keto diet for MS management, according to this new randomized pilot study. Note: Dr. Terry Wahls is one of the authors of this study.  A new book: Nutraceuticals and Human Health: The Food-to-supplement Paradigm includes the benefits of various plant compounds (flavonoids like quercetin,...