Black LJ, et al. - Researchers explored the links between adherence to the Mediterranean diet and the risk of a first clinical diagnosis of central nervous system demyelination (FCD)—a common precursor to multiple sclerosis (MS). Data from the 2003–2006 Ausimmune Study—an Australian multicenter, case-control study—was used to investigate environmental risk factors for FCD. Participants were matched based on age, sex, and study region (282 cases, 558 controls; 18–59 years old; 78% female). No statistically significant connection was found between alternate Mediterranean diet score and risk of FCD. Overall, in this Australian adult population, a Mediterranean diet—including unprocessed red meat—was linked to a decreased risk of FCD. Findings suggested that adding unprocessed red meat to a Mediterranean diet could, therefore, benefit those at elevated risk of MS.