Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Multiple Sclerosis Risk

A large prospective study, reported by Medscape, shows a significant link between adherence to the Mediterranean diet and a reduced risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS). This protective effect was notably stronger among younger adults and nonsmokers. The findings suggest that healthy dietary habits may play a crucial role in preventing MS onset.

• Mediterranean diet linked to 14% overall lower MS risk.
• Impact stronger in younger adults (23% lower risk) and nonsmokers (26% lower risk).
• Study followed 41,428 participants for 17.6 years, identifying 89 MS cases.
• Findings published in the Multiple Sclerosis Journal on December 15.
• Diet's anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties may contribute to benefits.
• Corroborated by other research on diet and MS outcomes.

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