Then this evening I heard from Lisa, who told me the same thing. I asked her to get me some source information so I can check it out and understand it a little more.
I had been taking supplements for awhile, but then stopped when I was having some issues with my arm, and just never restarted them. I am going to restart them however. I could also get Vitamin D from the sunlight, but since I have a problem with overheating this is not really an option until the weather cools down enough. We are getting closer, but not there yet.
We also talked about increasing my protein. Sources mentioned included beans, peanut butter, dairy. All these are good with me. A tip they shared with me is to add powdered milk to a regular glass of milk, shakes etc. I wouldn't have thought of that, but it is a fantastic idea.I do have some powdered protein from the health store that Dad bought me, but it is rather pricey. If for any reason you are using the powdered proteins be aware they come in different formulations. The ones used a lot among body builders etc contain a lot of carbs and there are some without so many. I chose the one with fewer carbs, as I am a whole lot more sedentary and am not trying to gain weight or put on mass.
As long as I am more aware of what I am eating it need not be difficult. I like several kinds of beans, and some dishes with beans like chili and red beans and rice, so I will just tailor my menu a little to include these items as well.
The interferons (the shots I am taking) are supressing my immune system to control the MS, so it is important for me to take control of my diet and nutition to minimize any risks.
