Chemo and Multiple Sclerosis

I had my first round of chemo for Multiple Sclerosis in lieu of disease-modifying shots (in my case, Rebif). I am very excited about treating my MS with chemotherapy because:

- No more shots three times per week (which means no more feeling awful the next day and my body will have a chance to heal from all of the bruises)
- Chemo is only once every three months
- Chemo provides a greater opportunity to repair prior damage from Multiple Sclerosis

The day I had chemo I was walking on water (partially because I had some steroids at the same time). The next two days were not so great. I only experienced partial nausea so it was bearable. We'll have to see how the next 10 days go. It would be great to not have problems with my white blood cell counts and not lose my hair.

There is no doubt that chemo is a much stronger way to treat my Multiple Sclerosis but I am believing that is just the thing I need to positively impact my disease progression.

Multiple Sclerosis and Juice Detoxification

I have been reading a couple of books and visiting a couple of web sites at the urging of my Acupuncturist while she treats my multiple sclerosis. I am learning all kinds of information on the power of juice fasting and how it can help those of us with autoimmune diseases like MS.

Many believe that people with multiple sclerosis can benefit from juicing by:
-- cleaning out the built up toxins in the blood
-- restoring proper function to various organs throughout the body
-- gaining energy and mental clarity (two things that give people with MS trouble)
-- cleaning out the bowel thoroughly
-- improving walking, balance and mobility by ridding the body of toxins

Not only does juicing do all this, but it also helps you lose weight and feel better while potentially minimizing your need for some prescription drugs.

From what I understand, it is best to drink primarily vegetable juice and minimize the sugary fruit juice content. I just did this for a few days and I was shocked at how much it helped me think clearly, feel energized and walk better. I mixed all juice with equal amounts of water and made sure to take something like Smooth Move -- a tea that facilitates bowel elimination everyday.

What I experienced was well worth not eating solid food for a few days. I plan to do this one day a week for quite some time to continue to improve what I experience with my multiple sclerosis.