Multiple Sclerosis Support: Holistic Care, Community, and Living Well with MS

Send us Fan MailWhat does it really look like to live well with Multiple Sclerosis?In this powerful and informative episode, we sit down with Dr. Deneb Bates, ND and Yadira LaMazza, MSW from the International Multiple Sclerosis Management Practice (IMSMP) to explore a holistic, compassionate, and community-driven approach to MS care.Dr. Bates shares how naturopathic medicine, nutrition, and botanical therapies can support people living with MS, emphasizing the concept of food as medicine and empowering patients to take an active role in their health.Yadira brings a deeply human perspective, sharing the impact of support groups and counseling in helping individuals navigate the emotional and social aspects of living with MS. From newly diagnosed patients to long-standing communities, her work highlights the importance of connection, identity, and belonging.Together, this conversation bridges science, support, and strategy to help individuals living with MS feel more informed, empowered, and supported.If you or someone you love is navigating Multiple Sclerosis, this episode offers both practical insight and hope.Learn more about IMSMP:https://imsmp.org/Meet the IMSMP Team:https://imsmp.org/our-team What You’ll Learn in This Episode:• What a holistic approach to Multiple Sclerosis care looks like• How nutrition and botanical medicine support MS wellness• The role of naturopathic medicine in chronic illness• Why emotional support and community are critical for MS patients• How support groups help people feel seen, heard, and understood• The importance of identity, connection, and mental health when living with MS• Practical ways to feel more empowered in your health journeyAbout the GuestsDr. Deneb Bates, NDDr. Bates is a Naturopathic Doctor at IMSMP specializing in holistic care for individuals living with Multiple Sclerosis. With a background in biochemistry, ethnobotany, and culinary medicine, she integrates nutrition, botanical medicine, and lifestyle strategies to support wellness. She is passionate about helping patients take an active role in their health through a comprehensive, whole-person approach.Yadira LaMazza, BA, MSWYadira is a clinical social worker who has been supporting the MS community for decades. She founded the Center’s first women’s MS support group in 2006, which continues to thrive today. She also leads groups for newly diagnosed individuals and gay men, providing compassionate guidance and support for navigating life with MS.