BEST Vitamin D for Multiple Sclerosis – Does It Really Help?

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Hi everyone,

I wanted to start a discussion about Vitamin D and (removed by moderator) because I’ve been looking into it recently and thought maybe others here have some real experience.So basically, I came across a lot of articles and even some doctors suggesting that low Vitamin D levels might be linked with MS symptoms getting worse. That got me thinking because many of us don’t get enough sunlight daily, especially with indoor routines. In my case, I started taking Vitamin D supplements a few weeks ago (nothing too high, just a normal daily dose). I can’t say it’s a miracle or anything, but I do feel slightly better in terms of energy and mood. Not sure if it’s directly helping MS or just improving general health, but still interesting. I’ve read that (removed by moderator) may help support the immune system, which is important since MS is an autoimmune condition. Some people even say it helps reduce flare-ups, but honestly, results can vary a lot from person to person. One thing I’m still confused about is the right dosage. Some sources say high doses are helpful, others warn about taking too much. So I guess it’s better to check with a doctor before going all in. Has anyone here tried Vitamin D specifically for MS? Did you notice any real difference in symptoms, fatigue, or relapses? Would really appreciate hearing your experiences because it’s hard to know what actually works just from reading online.Thanks

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Best get your levels checked first and see if you are deficient.
Vitamin D supplements: what dose? - by Gavin Giovannoni

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It might help, it might not, that’s the problem with a statistical correlation. I didn’t feel better thanks to Vitamin D, but I also did feel worse. Did it do nothing, or did it prevent my symptoms from getting worse?

The way I see it, my diagnosis with MS motivated me to live with a healthier lifestyle. Keeping your vitamins on a good level is always good.

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It’s more than a statistical corelation.

People with MS seem less able to absorb VitD as people without MS, so need higher dosages in order to assimilate it fully into our systems.

Also, people with low VitD levels are more susceptible to MS. That one may be more statistical but borne out by MS levels being higher the further North you go.

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I was critical low on Vit D my 1st was 50.000 units every week. They have kept me on 20.000 loading does due to right eye been sensitive to sun light it would just close on it’s own. But yep MS has effected my right eye like I’m seeing through a blur widow screen or should I say steamed up

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