Predictor of Disease Course

[Kronk]

Interesting article that shows Cortical N-acetyl aspartate (NAA) levels can predict the disease course in MS. These levels can be adjusted with supplementation so I wonder if it is a symptom of the illness or if a correction can change the outlook?

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24620975
NAA and disability in MS

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11716561
Creatine supplementation increases NAA levels in ALS

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/10913502
Lithium increases NAA