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Myokines are cytokines, peptides, or small proteins (typically ~5–20 kDa) produced and released by skeletal muscle cells (myocytes) in response to muscle contractions.

Myokines show promising potential to help manage Multiple Sclerosis (MS) symptoms, mainly through exercise-induced release. They contribute to the benefits of physical activity in MS by reducing inflammation, supporting neuroprotection, and easing fatigue. 
Key Ways Myokines May Help in MS
• Anti-inflammatory effects —… read more

July 15 (edited)
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Members responded enthusiastically to a detailed post about how muscle movement can benefit the brain through myokines, with many expressing... Read more

Members responded enthusiastically to a detailed post about how muscle movement can benefit the brain through myokines, with many expressing appreciation for the science being presented in an accessible way. Several members connected personally with the idea that exercise matters for MS management, with one member offering a relatable analogy comparing the body to a car engine and legs to tires that lose air without use. A recurring theme was encouragement and mutual respect within the community, with members celebrating each other's knowledge and curiosity about the muscle-brain connection.

A MyMSTeam Member

Look at you go, CR! All this technical, medical info-I love it!

July 16
A MyMSTeam Member

@A MyMSTeam Member you mare correct. my PhD is in Biochemistry LOL

July 16
A MyMSTeam Member

Oh wow @A MyMSTeam Member very interesting.
Do you research biologics? These are the same terms used in a lot of biologics

July 16
A MyMSTeam Member

@A MyMSTeam Member
I have to credit Grok but I did take biochemistry and other science classes and did a nutrition fellowship at the VA years ago where I had to present about GLA and MS. I'm not @A MyMSTeam Member who probably has a PhD in biochem lol

The whole thing with Myokines is that I had to look up if muscles can teach the brain like Dr. Low, MD, said 65 years ago and "low " and behold he was right!

July 16 (edited)
A MyMSTeam Member

Thanks for sharing !Exercise is so important. Even a little bit on and off throughout the day adds up .

July 15

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