Overcoming MS recommended books

Books and resources that align with the evidence-based Overcoming MS approach, offering guidance, inspiration and practical support.

The books featured here share the same evidence-based foundations as Overcoming MS and were developed from the same body of research and lived experience that underpins our Program.

While closely aligned in approach and philosophy, these books are published independently. Overcoming MS does not sell these titles, receive income from them, or manage their content. Responsibility for updates, new editions and editorial decisions sits with the individual authors and publishers.

We include them here as trusted resources to support your learning. While we have provided links to Amazon, please feel free to order from your local independent book seller.

Overcoming multiple sclerosis Handbook: Roadmap to Good Health

Authors: Professor George Jelinek and contributors

Publication date: 2023

A practical, accessible companion to Professor George Jelinek’s original Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis book, this handbook brings together expert guidance and real-life experiences from the global Overcoming MS community.

It explains MS and the evidence-based 7-step Overcoming MS Program, with chapters covering everything from diagnosis and treatment decisions to resilience, work, pregnancy and progressive MS.

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Overcoming multiple sclerosis: The evidence-based 7 step Program

Author: Professor George Jelinek

Publication date: 2016 (revised edition)

In this fully revised edition, Professor George Jelinek presents the latest research on MS alongside the evidence-based 7-step program for managing the condition through lifestyle change.

Drawing on large-scale studies and clinical evidence, the book explores how factors such as diet, vitamin D, exercise and stress management can influence MS progression.

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Recovering from multiple sclerosis: real life stories of hope and inspiration

Authors: Professor George Jelinek and Karen Law

Publication date: 2017

This book shares powerful personal stories from people around the world who are living well with MS.

Through interviews with 12 individuals, it highlights the impact of lifestyle changes based on the Overcoming MS Program, offering hope and motivation for improving quality of life.

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Cookbooks and recipe resources

Our website includes a wide range of free recipes to support the Overcoming MS way of healthy eating. However, many people also enjoy having a cookbook to hand for inspiration and everyday use.

The books and resources below align with our approach but are independently published.

Overcoming MS diet friendly recipe books and resources

Overcoming Multiple Sclerosis Cookbook: Recipes for a Multiple Sclerosis Diet

Editor: Ingrid Adelsberger

Publication date: 2020

This community-led cookbook brings together over 200 recipes from people around the world following the Overcoming MS Program.

Focused on wholefood, plant-based meals (plus seafood) that are low in saturated fat, it offers practical, everyday inspiration for cooking in line with the evidence-based Overcoming MS approach to diet.

Forks over Knives

A large collection of whole-food, plant-based recipes designed to be simple, nutritious and easy to prepare.

Developed by professional chefs, the recipes include clear instructions, helpful tips and a wide variety of options for everyday cooking, with new recipes added regularly.

Vegan Weekly

VeganWeekly is a recipe and writing platform by professional chef and Overcoming MS contributor Jack McNulty, offering practical guidance for preparing healthy, plant-based meals.

Alongside detailed, easy-to-follow recipes, it provides tips, techniques and insights to build confidence in the kitchen and encourage creativity, with a mix of free and subscriber content.

Healing from the Inside Out: managing autoimmune disease with a whole-food plant-based diet

Author: Karen Lee

Publication date: 2026

This book offers a practical guide to managing autoimmune conditions, including MS, through a whole-food, plant-based diet.

Drawing on personal experience and professional expertise, Overcoming MS Program Facilitator, Karen Lee explores how nutrition can help reduce inflammation and support overall health, alongside real-life stories and a collection of accessible recipes to help readers get started.

Recipe books and resources that need some adapting

These books are recommended by our community but some recipes might need adapting. Some might use oils, coconut products or dairy products which will need substituting. Click here for a reminder of what we recommend on the Overcoming MS diet.