Some people with multiple sclerosis (MS) may have low levels of selenium, an antioxidant, in their blood. However, it is more likely that our selenium levels are normal, but our levels of glutathione peroxidase (an enzyme produced from selenium in the body) are low. This has led some people to recommend that people with MS take high levels of selenium. This has not really been studied and there is no evidence that this is a good idea for people with MS. In fact, most experts advise not to take high doses of selenium (or other antioxidants) if you have MS, as this could stimulate the immune system and increase disease activity.

My "bottom line?" Eat 9 servings of fruits and vegetables every day. My more realistic "bottom line?" Eat as healthy as you can and consider a multivitamin and mineral supplement that contains moderate amounts of the antioxidants, including selenium.

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