Mult Scler J Exp Transl Clin July 2021 PMID 34377527

Impact of the Swank and Wahls elimination dietary interventions on fatigue and quality of life in relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis: The WAVES randomized parallel-arm clinical trial.

Terry L Wahls, Tyler J Titcomb, Babita Bisht, Patrick Ten Eyck, Linda M Rubenstein, Lucas J Carr, Warren G Darling, Karin F Hoth, John Kamholz, Linda G Snetselaar

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Peak: 12 in Aug 2021
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The discussions reveal a strong interest in the potential of diets like Wahls and Swank to improve quality of life for MS patients, supported by references to specific studies and ongoing research. Words like 'meaningful', 'promising', and phrases such as 'demonstrates diet can lessen fatigue' indicate positive evaluations, while referencing study details and linking to research show active engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts support the idea that the study shows positive effects of specific diets on MS symptoms, with many highlighting the benefits of the Wahls and Swank diets.

InterestHigh interest

Discussions demonstrate high interest in the dietary interventions and their implications for managing MS, citing specific studies and outcomes.

EngagementModerate engagement

Users actively reference research results, protocols, and ongoing research efforts, indicating a moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The focus on clinical trial results and dietary strategies suggests these discussions could influence how MS is managed or approached academically and clinically.

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Dr. Brandon Beaber
@Brandon_Beaber · X

A randomized [single-blind] trial of the Wahls diet vs. The Swank Diet in MS favors the Wahls diet (excludes grain, legumes, eggs, and dairy-except for clarified butter or ghee) . Data on the timed-6-minute-walk test shown. (First author @terrywahls) https://t.co/m2DBlFInrr https://t.co/JP176sAlG9

Aug 4, 2021 · 25 likes · 5 shares · 18,289 followers View post →
Dr. Terry Wahls
@terrywahls · X

Our research demonstrates diet can lessen fatigue and improve quality of life. Mod. Paleo or Swank diet. PMID: 34377527 https://t.co/BdLonRxXZp @MSViewsandNews 2https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34377527/#&gid=article-figures&pid=figure-2-uid-1

Nov 27, 2021 · 17 likes · 3 shares · 32,560 followers View post →
Julianne Taylor, Nutritionist
@juliannejtaylor · X

Wahl's protocol (modified paleolithic diet) vs Swank (low saturated fat diet) for multiple sclerosis - link to full study, https://t.co/oIE6ht1Ak6

Aug 4, 2021 · 16 likes · 5 shares · 5,312 followers View post →
Dr. Kara Fitzgerald
@kfitzgeraldnd · X

A new research study in 87 individuals with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis compared outcomes between two diets. Both diets resulted in improvements in fatigue symptoms and physical quality of life scores. Link to study: https://t.co/TRptby8Pes

Sep 11, 2021 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 5,688 followers View post →
Dr. Brandon Beaber
@Brandon_Beaber · X

@ConorKerley @g00dcarma @terrywahls @terrywahls did do a randomized trial comparing Swank vs. paleo: https://t.co/5XaA8iCOXJ

Sep 24, 2023 · 2 likes · 18,289 followers View post →
BEEP
@Breeeezee · X

@DonEford Her story itself is really compelling, and she's working on more research... Looks like it's been promising. https://t.co/Fk0PrJYyC4

Feb 27, 2022 · 1 like · 465 followers View post →

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Haider Ali
@haiderali237 · X

@AAlshehriMD https://t.co/h1KPzWfenV تيري والس مصابة بالتصلب اللويحي هي صاحبة الدراسة ونتائج مبشرة

Jun 25, 2024 · 24 followers View post →
Dr. Brandon Beaber
@Brandon_Beaber · X

@ConorKerley @g00dcarma @terrywahls @terrywahls did do a randomized trial comparing Swank vs. paleo: https://t.co/5XaA8iCOXJ

Sep 24, 2023 · 2 likes · 18,289 followers View post →
Tucker Goodrich
@TuckerGoodrich · X

@Osaca_ME @LongCovidComms Wahls has published human RCTs on MS and diet. "Both diets were associated with clinically meaningful within-group reductions in fatigue and improvements in QoL." https://t.co/8ilonVk8S3

Jun 9, 2023 · 28,296 followers View post →
Ananya (she/her)
@ananyaraomiddle · X

@IppoAng So yeah, thanks. It’s going really well actually

Feb 13, 2023 · 2,317 followers View post →
Dr. Brandon Beaber
@Brandon_Beaber · X

@jodiemburton There may be more evidence out there than you think. It just doesn't consistently and definitely support a specific diet. For instance, this is a published randomized trial comparing a low-saturated fat diet against a paleo diet in RRMS (The WAVES study) https://t.co/5XaA8iTRZJ

Aug 22, 2022 · 18,289 followers View post →
Kerry Maclaurin
@kerry_maclaurin · X

RT @terrywahls: Our research demonstrates diet can lessen fatigue and improve quality of life. Mod. Paleo or Swank diet. PMID: 34377527…

Mar 21, 2022 · 3 shares · 80 followers View post →
BEEP
@Breeeezee · X

@DonEford Her story itself is really compelling, and she's working on more research... Looks like it's been promising. https://t.co/Fk0PrJYyC4

Feb 27, 2022 · 1 like · 465 followers View post →
Crystal
@crystalbeam · X

RT @terrywahls: Our research demonstrates diet can lessen fatigue and improve quality of life. Mod. Paleo or Swank diet. PMID: 34377527…

Nov 30, 2021 · 3 shares · 368 followers View post →
JH
@JOHjohJOH12 · X

RT @terrywahls: Our research demonstrates diet can lessen fatigue and improve quality of life. Mod. Paleo or Swank diet. PMID: 34377527…

Nov 27, 2021 · 3 shares · 12,147 followers View post →
Dr. Terry Wahls
@terrywahls · X

Our research demonstrates diet can lessen fatigue and improve quality of life. Mod. Paleo or Swank diet. PMID: 34377527 https://t.co/BdLonRxXZp @MSViewsandNews 2https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34377527/#&gid=article-figures&pid=figure-2-uid-1

Nov 27, 2021 · 17 likes · 3 shares · 32,560 followers View post →
HeartfulEarthCuisine
@HeartfulCuisine · X

RT @kfitzgeraldnd: A new research study in 87 individuals with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis compared outcomes between two diets.…

Sep 11, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,426 followers View post →
Dr. Kara Fitzgerald
@kfitzgeraldnd · X

A new research study in 87 individuals with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis compared outcomes between two diets. Both diets resulted in improvements in fatigue symptoms and physical quality of life scores. Link to study: https://t.co/TRptby8Pes

Sep 11, 2021 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 5,688 followers View post →
Carl Thomas Ball
@carltball122219 · X

RT @juliannejtaylor: Wahl's protocol (modified paleolithic diet) vs Swank (low saturated fat diet) for multiple sclerosis - link to full st…

Aug 5, 2021 · 5 shares · 169 followers View post →
Tim Noakes
@ProfTimNoakes · X

RT @juliannejtaylor: Wahl's protocol (modified paleolithic diet) vs Swank (low saturated fat diet) for multiple sclerosis - link to full st…

Aug 5, 2021 · 5 shares · 158,584 followers View post →
Jan Vyjidak
@janvyjidak · X

RT @juliannejtaylor: Wahl's protocol (modified paleolithic diet) vs Swank (low saturated fat diet) for multiple sclerosis - link to full st…

Aug 5, 2021 · 5 shares · 4,150 followers View post →
Adie1963
@AdieMakulow · X

RT @Brandon_Beaber: A randomized [single-blind] trial of the Wahls diet vs. The Swank Diet in MS favors the Wahls diet (excludes grain, le…

Aug 5, 2021 · 5 shares · 55 followers View post →
Dolores lorite marti
@lorite_marti · X

RT @Brandon_Beaber: A randomized [single-blind] trial of the Wahls diet vs. The Swank Diet in MS favors the Wahls diet (excludes grain, le…

Aug 5, 2021 · 5 shares · 63 followers View post →
cbsturdy
@cbsturdy · X

RT @juliannejtaylor: Wahl's protocol (modified paleolithic diet) vs Swank (low saturated fat diet) for multiple sclerosis - link to full st…

Aug 4, 2021 · 5 shares · 2,416 followers View post →
Helen Driscoll
@HelenDriscoll · X

RT @juliannejtaylor: Wahl's protocol (modified paleolithic diet) vs Swank (low saturated fat diet) for multiple sclerosis - link to full st…

Aug 4, 2021 · 5 shares · 1,120 followers View post →
Julianne Taylor, Nutritionist
@juliannejtaylor · X

Wahl's protocol (modified paleolithic diet) vs Swank (low saturated fat diet) for multiple sclerosis - link to full study, https://t.co/oIE6ht1Ak6

Aug 4, 2021 · 16 likes · 5 shares · 5,312 followers View post →
Jaime Imitola MD., FAAN
@DrJim4MS · X

RT @Brandon_Beaber: A randomized [single-blind] trial of the Wahls diet vs. The Swank Diet in MS favors the Wahls diet (excludes grain, le…

Aug 4, 2021 · 5 shares · 2,011 followers View post →
Dr Niall MacDougall
@dr_niall · X

RT @Brandon_Beaber: A randomized [single-blind] trial of the Wahls diet vs. The Swank Diet in MS favors the Wahls diet (excludes grain, le…

Aug 4, 2021 · 5 shares · 1,142 followers View post →
Must Stop MS!
@MustStopMS · X

RT @Brandon_Beaber: A randomized [single-blind] trial of the Wahls diet vs. The Swank Diet in MS favors the Wahls diet (excludes grain, le…

Aug 4, 2021 · 5 shares · 10,880 followers View post →
Dr. Brandon Beaber
@Brandon_Beaber · X

A randomized [single-blind] trial of the Wahls diet vs. The Swank Diet in MS favors the Wahls diet (excludes grain, legumes, eggs, and dairy-except for clarified butter or ghee) . Data on the timed-6-minute-walk test shown. (First author @terrywahls) https://t.co/m2DBlFInrr https://t.co/JP176sAlG9

Aug 4, 2021 · 25 likes · 5 shares · 18,289 followers View post →