Multiple Sclerosis is a topic that I have discussed in several videos and articles over the years. One of the primary questions I often get from followers and clients is “What can I do about fatigue and low energy?”. This is a very common complaint from almost 60-75% of people who have consulted with me for this condition.
So let’s discuss what can be done and what has been clinically tested and found to be effective to reduce fatigue in multiple sclerosis.
I have also written an article discussing solutions for cognitive function and reducing lesions, to read that article click here.
Remedies for MS-related Fatigue:
Ginkgo Biloba
Ginkgo Biloba is an ancient remedy for generalized weakness, cognitive issues, and stress.
It is an extensively studied medicinal herb with a wide range of health benefits ranging from treating the symptoms of vertigo, premenstrual syndrome, and peripheral artery disease, to improving cognitive function in MS, hypopigmentation in Vitiligo, and intraocular pressure in glaucoma.
In the case of Multiple Sclerosis, Ginkgo Biloba has been found to be useful for improving fatigue (see study).
CoQ10
This nutrient is critical for the formation of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) – the energy currency of the body. CoQ10 supplementation is known for its wide-range of benefits for neurological conditions such as Multiple Sclerosis as well as Parkinson’s disease. In the case of MS, its been found to reduce inflammatory markers (see study) and oxidative stress while increasing antioxidant enzyme activity (see study). It has also been found to reduce fatigue and depression in patients with MS (see study).
In my practice, I have witnessed CoQ10 improve energy levels in various conditions including MS. Many practitioners recommend this supplement. It is also important to consume foods rich in CoQ10 such as organ meats (liver & heart), salmon, nuts, seeds, and spinach.
Acetyl L-Carnitine
Acetyl L- Carnitine is a popular supplement in the world of nootropics and sports. Its mostly known for its energy boosting benefits due to the fact that it helps transport long-chain fatty acids into the mitochondria where they are metabolized to produce energy. It is very popular for improving muscle strength, supporting fat loss, and speeding up muscle recovery after exercise.
Evidence also suggests that it may be useful in various neurological conditions such as ADHD, depression, cognitive decline in alcoholism, and multiple sclerosis. It actually has a long list of benefits for various conditions including metabolic issues such as Diabetes, hyperlipidemia, and obesity, to fibromyalgia, COPD, and NAFLD.
In the case of MS, Acetyl L-carnitine supplementation was found to improve MS-related fatigue. In fact, in one study, it was found to out-perform a common drug known as amantadine (see study)
Other clinically-tested remedies:
(Always use medicinal herbs under the supervision of a doctor)
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