Obesity Associated With Faster MS Disease Progression

[BettysMom]

Obesity in multiple sclerosis (MS) was tied to faster worsening of disability and an increased risk of physical, psychological, and cognitive decline, a prospective cohort study showed.

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[AquaZumbaFan]

This was another good, relevant article. Thanks for sharing.. I’m working on this goal as we speak

[mrsmike9]

I have a variety of medical issues. One I don't tend to bring up is I am 6 feet tall and the last time I was weighed was only 147 pounds. My GP told me not to lose any more weight (when I was 152 pounds) but I have trouble. Yes, I hear, "gee, I wish I had that problem" a lot, but it really is an issue. I was anorexic from early childhood well into my 20s. At least having no spare pounds helps with this!

[Greentime]

Another reason to keep exercising. I feel for people with disability that prevents them from doing so. Catch 22.

[BettysMom in reply to Greentime]

Exercise is important for everyone, especially those with chronic illnesses such as MS. But a lack of exercise is not the cause of obesity. Obesity is complicated, but making poor food choices is the lead factor in almost all cases.