Taking Care of Your Brain
Your brain is very important. It helps you think, remember things, and make decisions. Taking care of your brain can help you feel better and stay healthy. Here are some easy ways to keep your brain strong and healthy:
We suggest all MS patients should take a vitamin D supplement
Low levels of Vitamin D are linked with MS but it is uncertain whether it is beneficial for MS pending the outcome of clinical trials. It is helpful for bone health. We recommend the equivalent of 4,000 IU (100 mcg) daily. It is safe to self-medicate at these levels. It is important to take Vitamin D before and during pregnancy along with folic acid.
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Eat Good Food
• Eating the right foods helps your brain. Try to eat fruits, vegetables, and fish. Fish is good for your brain because it has something called omega-3, which helps your brain stay strong.
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Move Your Body
• Exercise is not just good for your muscles, it helps your brain too! You don’t have to run fast or lift heavy things—just walking, dancing, or being outside helps your brain work better.
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Sleep Well
• Your brain needs rest to work well. Try to get enough sleep every night. It helps you remember things better and feel good during the day.
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Do Fun Puzzles
• You can make your brain stronger by using it! Doing puzzles, reading books, or learning something new helps your brain grow. Even trying a new hobby, like painting or learning a new game, helps your brain.
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Spend Time with Friends
• Being with friends or family is good for your brain too. It makes you happy and helps your brain stay healthy. Talking, laughing, spending time with other people.
Stay Calm and Relax
• Feeling too stressed or worried is bad for your brain. Try to take deep breaths and relax when you feel upset. Doing something you enjoy, like listening to music or taking a walk, can help.
Don’t Drink Too Much Alcohol
• Drinking too much alcohol is not good for your brain. It can make it harder for you to think and remember things. Try to drink water and other healthy drinks most of the time.
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No Smoking
• Smoking is bad for your brain. It can accelerate rates of worsening disability. Evidence indicates patients who give up smoking progress less rapidly than those who continue, so it is never too late to stop. Smoking also increases the risk of cancer. This is of particular concern in those treated with medication that suppress the immune system.
