MS and Fatigue Fatigue in MS is not just an ordinary tiredness, like you might get at the end of a hard day’s work. People describe it as an overwhelming sense of tiredness with no obvious cause. You may wake up feeling as tired as you did when you went to sleep. According to the …
MS and tooth and gum health When inflammation occurs due to the nature of gingivitis, a flare up of MS symptoms manifest. These MS symptoms in turn release chemicals that penetrate the gum membrane and cause more inflammation. It is a never ending cycle, that without dental intervention, will deteriorate a patient’s health Steroids, which …
MS and heat intolerance Why are we sensitive to heat? MS damages the protective sheath around nerve cells in your brain and spinal cord. These nerve signals to your body don’t always work. Heat slows these signals even more. MS can also affect your brain that controls your body’s temperature. An elevated temperature further impairs …
What is mental strength? Mental strength is the cognitive and emotional skill of reframing negative thoughts and adverse circumstances. Being mentally strong, or mentally tough, helps us resist both internal and external influences that weaken our self-confidence and well-being. Why is mental strength more important than physical? Mental and physical training are both important. …
Multiple Sclerosis and Diet Diet may help in several ways, to prevent or control its progression, help manage its symptoms and reducing flare-ups. An MS-friendly diet should be: • High in antioxidants to fight inflammation • High In fibre to aid bowel movements • Adequate in calcium and vitamin D to …
Loneliness can affect your physical and mental health. Physical if you are physically separated from love ones for a long time for whatever reason. We all need just a little hug or even to have a conversation with a person face to face, holding the hand of a loved one while talking to them and …
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Mourning; I have MS Mourning is the process by which people adapt to a loss. Grief is a complex experience, but a normal one for those who have a chronical illness like MS. What did I lose? You have lost a lot such as the potential loss of physical abilities such as walking, balance and …
What is relaxation? It’s a process that decreases the stress effects on your mind and body. Relaxation techniques can help you cope with everyday stress. And these techniques can help with long-term stress or stress related to various health problems, such as heart disease and pain. Yet, for most people in modern society, it is …
Eye care: EYE CARE MONTH 20 SEPTEMBER-17 OCTOBER Why is eye health important Your eyesight is one of your most important senses: 80% of what we perceive comes through our sight. You need to protect your eyes; you will reduce the odds off blindness and developing eye diseases such as carats and glaucoma. You must …
What is wellness? Wellness is about moving towards a healthy lifestyle that has a positive impact on your physical health; both inside and out Wellness involves having: Purpose in life; Satisfying work and play; Joyful relationships; A healthy body and living environment; and Happiness All of these dimensions effect your wellness. Why are you responsible …
