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## Abstract ## Background Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an inflammatory demyelinating disease with no known cure. Numerous diets are promoted to reduce symptoms or even cure MS, despite insufficient evidence for any therapeutic diet. There are few qualitative studies exploring the experiences of people with MS in relation to diet, and no use of theory to explain the findings. ## Purpose To explore the experiences of adults with MS when navigating dietary advice, their attitudes when making dietary decisions, and their needs regarding dietary resources and education. ## Methods In this qualitative study, we conducted six focus groups with people with MS (n = 33 plus one spouse without MS). Groups were audio‐recorded and transcribed verbatim. Primary analysis used a general inductive approach with thematic analysis. Secondary analysis aligned themes with the constructs of the self‐determination theory. ## Results Six themes emerged: (a) confusion about where to seek dietary advice; (b) scepticism towards national dietary guidelines; (c) personalized approaches to dietary change; (d) barriers to dietary changes; (e) judging if dietary changes work; and (f) wanting dietary guidelines for

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Author

Rebecca D. Russell; Lucinda J. Black; Andrea Begley

Publisher

Wiley

Published

2021

Language

EN

Field

Health Professions (Health Sciences)