Do nutrasweet, mercury fillings, or other things in the environment cause ALS?
Mercury fillings or NutraSweet do not cause ALS. We do not know what causes it and it one day we may find that multiple genetic factors along with multiple things in the environment cause ALS. It does appear that there are some things in the environment that may increase someone’s risk of getting ALS. For example, it seems that serving in the US military increases the risk. Other possible environmental exposures are currently under investigation at Emory and other ALS research centers. back to top 7. How much should I exercise? The effect of exercise on ALS patients is not well documented and the available literature is inconclusive. People with ALS are be encouraged to continue their regular exercise program however, high resistance and high repetition activity for any weak muscle group is discouraged as it can result in increased fasciculations and fatigue. It is important to vary workouts to involve numerous muscle groups. For PALS that do not routinely exercise it is best do stretc
