The headline reads, “Simple sugar compound improves function in multiple sclerosis patients, a UCI study shows.” Wait, did they just say sugar can improve MS? It’s tempting to read it that way, but I’m sorry to say that’s not the case. This simple sugar that they’re referring to is not the sweet stuff found in fruit and candy. However, there is a food source and supplement source of it and yes, their study did suggest that it could help to improve function in Multiple Sclerosis. Let’s break down the details and what it means for you.