Does Vitamin D Supplementation, Reduce The Risk of Multiple Sclerosis, Compared to Usual Preventive Measures, In Young Adults Living In High Latitudes Who Have Experienced The First Episode of Neurological Dysfunction Highly Suggestive of Multiple Scleros

Abstract

Objective: To determine the likelihood of developing multiple sclerosis due to vitamin D supplementation is the primary objective of this study. This study also investigates what kind of relationship exists between vitamin D exposure and likelihood of multiple sclerosis.

Methodology: The electronic database PubMed was searched to extract relevant and suitable studies. These studies were selected after applying proper exclusion and inclusion criteria. The included studies were then critically reviewed and analyzed to derive the most relevant and useful information to generate desired outcomes.

Results: The findings were based on the data obtained by the studies included. Majority of the available literature has shown that exposure or Vitamin D supplementation significantly lowers the likelihood of developing autoimmune disorders like MS. Very minimal data was found contrary to this statement.

Conclusion: Considering the data extracted from our reviewed literature and studies, it can be concluded that there is a strong inverse correlation between vitamin D and MS likelihood. So, it is strongly suggested that the more exposure or supplementation of vitamin D, the less will be the chances of developing multiple sclerosis and other autoimmune disorders.