Healthline looks at what researchers know so far about preventing multiple sclerosis. There is no cure for MS yet and no proven way to prevent it, but scientists believe it develops from a mix of genetic and environmental factors. Studying these risk factors may open the door to prevention. Research points to steps like keeping vitamin D at healthy levels, not smoking, managing stress, staying active and eating a balanced diet. The article also covers the latest research, the known risk factors for MS and answers to common questions.
