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Body size perceptions & diet modification in youth with multiple sclerosis.
Emma Woolbright1, Hitoshi Koshiya2, J Nicholas Brenton1
1Department of Neurology, Division of Pediatric Neurology, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA, USA.
Multiple Sclerosis and Related Disorders
|February 26, 2022
Summary
Pediatric multiple sclerosis (MS) patients often have elevated BMI but misperceive their body size. Most youth with MS are interested in diet modification to potentially improve their disease course.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric neurology
- Nutrition science
- Public health
Background:
- Pediatric multiple sclerosis (MS) presents unique challenges, including potential impacts on body composition.
- Understanding body size perception in youth with MS is crucial for targeted health interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate body size perceptions among pediatric MS patients.
- To assess the feasibility of recruiting this population for diet modification studies.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional survey of 43 youth with MS was conducted.
- The survey included demographics, disease characteristics, body size perception, and interest in diet modification.
Main Results:
- Over 75% of participants were overweight or obese, yet 58% did not perceive themselves as such.
- 88% expressed interest in diet modification, irrespective of their BMI category.
- Obese participants showed greater willingness for longer dietary interventions.
Conclusions:
- A substantial number of pediatric MS patients exhibit elevated BMI with inaccurate self-perception of body size.
- Despite perception discrepancies, most youth with MS are receptive to diet modification for potential disease benefits.
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