| Title: | The Role of Diet in Multiple Sclerosis Onset: A Prospective Study Using UK Biobank |
| Journal: | Nutrients |
| Published: | 2 Jun 2024 |
| Pubmed: | https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38892680/ |
| DOI: | https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16111746 |
| URL: | https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/16/11/1746/pdf?version=1717320907 |
Publication 11930
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Abstract
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating autoimmune condition primarily affecting young adults, and its rise is evident globally. Despite this, its precise etiology remains elusive. Both genetic and environmental factors contribute to MS susceptibility; however, the link between diet and MS lacks substantial evidence due to limited large-scale studies. We exploited the UK Biobank resources to explore the nexus between diet, lifestyle, and MS risk. The dietary and lifestyle habits of MS incident cases, derived from a general food frequency questionnaire (FFQ) completed by all participants at study enrollment, were compared to those of subjects who did not develop MS during the follow-up. Our findings suggest the protective role of moderate oily fish consumption and weekly alcohol intake. Furthermore, by analyzing food intake data obtained through 24 h recall, completed by a subset of participants, we found a protective, though non-significant, trend of an increased adherence to the Mediterranean diet (MD). These findings, derived from the analysis of the UK Biobank and representing an unprecedented approach for this inquiry, warrant further exploration and integration in future research.</p>
6 Authors
- Camilla Barbero Mazzucca
- Lorenza Scotti
- Cristoforo Comi
- Domizia Vecchio
- Annalisa Chiocchetti
- Giuseppe Cappellano
1 Application
| Application ID | Title |
|---|---|
| 91267 | Role of macro/micronutrients and dietary patterns in the development of multiple sclerosis. |
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