Dr. Shahd Alshammari is Kuwaiti-Palestinian author and academic. She is MS Warrior and an author of the book "Head Above Water" (Neem Tree Press, 2022) where she talks about society's stigmatization of disabled bodies. The narrative builds a bridge that reminds us of our common humanity and...

A healthy diet helps in proper growth and can reduce the risk of chronic diseases. Adults who eat a healthy diet are said to have a lower risk of obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. It's important for people with MS to make healthy food choices: Not getting enough...

Magnesium is often prescribed for nocturnal leg cramps or general muscle cramps, and some healthcare providers suggest it can be used to ease the muscle spasms of MS. One National Institutes of Health study found that MS relapse rates decreased through dietary supplementation with calcium,...