Many reputable organizations are noting that diet can help Parkinson's.
It takes a lot of discipline, but we need to explore these possibilities if at all possible. I listen to Dr. Berg, Dr Michael Greger, Dr. Hyman as well as The Mayo Clinic, John's Hopkins, Harvard U, Duke U and more.
Please let me know if there are others you know who might contribute information to improve our health.
Thank you!
Sarah
Unfortunately there is no cure for Parkinson's yet... BUT... IT'S GOOD NEWS THAT DUKE U WAS GIVEN $18,000,000 TO STUDY HOW THE GUT AFFECTS or MAY CAUSE PARKINSON'S.
THIS IS GOOD NEWS! WHY? BECAUSE MAYBE WE CAN DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT!!
Three telltale symptoms that help doctors make a diagnosis:
Bradykinesia (slowness of movement), Tremor, and Rigidity.
Not many know the overwhelming number of symptoms of Parkinson's (listed below) - early intervention helps so please spread the word...
Additional Parkinson’s symptoms - can be just a few:
#1 Tremor #2 Small handwriting #3 Loss of Smell
#4 Trouble Sleeping #5 Trouble Moving or Walking
#6 Constipation #7 A Soft or Low Voice #8 Masked Face
#9 Dizziness or Fainting; just falling for no apparrent reason
#10 Stooping or Hunching Over. MORE SYMPTOMS BELOW...
Here are some things that have helped according to Parkinson's patients. I constantly research online to see if I can find possible alternatives to supplement regular medications.
Whenever possible, we try to use
the actual spices and foods versus supplements.
BE CAREFUL TO VERIFY SUPPLEMENTS ARE TESTED AND
DO NOT CONTAIN LEAD OR OTHER TOXIC MATERIALS.
If you want to try something,
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR FIRST.
I am not affiliated with any brands of the supplements,
should I mention any.
I'm not saying the information is correct,
I'm just collecting and sharing what I find.
And it's a work in process.
I hope this information will help inspire your own investigation.
I look forward to hearing about anything you may have found.
We hope you will drop us a line.
Limit or stop dairy/ butter might be ok BUT = NEED Calcium-rich foods (leafy greens, etc) ; calcium supplements from food ; we use "mykind" organics plant calcium
Foods That Help You Build Lean Muscle Edamame (term for immature soybeans), eggs, shrimp, salmon, beans, protein powders, quinoa, chickpeas, peanuts, Buckwheat is a seed, tofu, almonds,
cruciferous vegetables,
Organic Soy, non-GMO May Improve Spatial-Memory Acquisition
Don’t eat protein within hour of taking L’dopa
LION’S MANE – MUSHROOM-- With Parkinson's disease a low dose of Lion's Mane was used to improve oxidative stress and heal dopaminergic lesions in the basal ganglia (brainstem) after 25 days. You can get this in powder form and mix with soup
Fava Beans - we love these and read they can be used to create Dopamine. However, Dr Michael Greger stated that one should be tested for a Gene mutation: G6PD - if you have this, he says red blood cells could erupt if you eat a lot of Fava beans (hear his pod cast)
Eat LOTS of vegetables and less sugary fruit (blueberries and apples) most important because one of 1st signs of PD is constipation ; Also mediterranean diet is recommended in many articles with no processed foods.
See Dr Berg on line to get detailed diet:
The best foods for Parkinson's disease: 1. Berries 2. Vegetables (especially tomatoes) 3. Herbs (lemongrass, chamomile, rose, and musk) 4. Essential oils (citronella) - maybe this is just smelled?.
Resveratrol - Experimental studies in vitro and in vivo have shown that it can prevent or slow the progression of a variety of diseases, including PD.
Intermittent fasting and Keto diet - very important.
Spices: Coriander, Thyme, Rosemary, Curry, Sage
Rosemary protects the brain from the effects of neurodegeneration, which can cause or exacerbate Alzheimer's disease and other age-linked conditions. It contains carnosic acid, an antioxidant that guards against chemical-free radicals that lead to degenerative disease. This savory herb can also protect against stroke and decrease macular degeneration and other vision problems. Rosemary has these benefits, whether consumed fresh, dried, or as an oil.
Curry/really curcumin- add pepper!! boosts memory-, slow the progression of Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s
Thyme - mimicking or facilitating GABA action
Coriander - raises dopamine
Sage has been sought out for improving cognition and mood. It contains monoterpenes and rosmarinic acid, which not only protect the plant from insects, but also improve memory. Sage is a natural anti-inflammatory, and it may protect the brain in part by inhibiting amyloid deposits, which are linked to diseases like dementia, Parkinson’s (PD) and Alzheimer's.
2,000 to 5,000 IU vit D A low level of vitamin D greatly increases a person’s risk of age-related loss of muscle strength (known as dynapenia), a major risk factor for falls, new studies suggest.
Serrapeptase – I found this on my own and now see it's validated by: Dr Berg. Also, a friend w/ PD said Duke hospital recommends this supplement.
Green tea
1,000 mg of niacinamide twice a day none flushing….(Dr. Berg suggests 250-500mg
1000mg of Omega-3 and 400IU of Vitam in E= decreased levels of Creactive protein (an inflammatory molecule) and increased concentrations of glutathione [fish oil., hemp Seed Oil, flax seed, Chia seeds, and kidney beans, oysters,]
Magnesium L-Threonate & Magnesium Malate
Potassium - I figured this out after my husband had a severe, frightening fall. There was something he said and it triggered idea of Electrolytes and Potassium. I then googled and found that those with Parkinson's often have low potassium. (Knock on wood, he hasn't had a fall since!)
Benfotiamine = Parkinson’s actually, now we are using B1 sublingual ("Source"=brand)
vitamin B, folic acid and tyrosine promote the release of dopamine. B’s! – particularly B6 & B12 & B3; Folic, D, C, E – it is highly suggested that we take “methylated” B complex as some of us will have trouble absorbing Folic and B12 due to MTHFR gene mutation. People with Parkinson disease often have low levels of folic acid, but it remains unclear whether this results from the disease process or simple malnourishment so some may have MTHFR gene mutation.
CoQ10 in form of "Ubiquinone" (muscles - also good for diabetes),
Zinc, selenium, MK7
Quercetin (QC) with piperine (bioenhancer) – protects against oxidative stress and dopamine depletion, improves motor balance, coordination, and non-motor deficits Restored neurotransmitter (dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin, GABA, glutamate) analysis.
L-Serine - improves cerebral blood flow, inhibits inflammation, promotes remyelination and exerts other neuroprotective effects on neurological injury. L-serine has also been used to treat epilepsy, schizophrenia, psychosis, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s as well as other neurological diseases.
ALA - increases dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine.
DL-alpha-lipoic acid (a potent antioxidant) ALA has neuroprotective effects on PD; see side effects.
ALC LCarrnitine (200-2400mg) prevents stress-related reductions in nerve growth factor levels, and prevents the death of brain cells & muscle fatigue; ALSO, when administered with L‑DOPA early in the course of PD reduces L‑DOPA‑induced dyskinesia
NAC helps to replenish glutathione levels in the body. It also aids in regulating glutamate. These functions may help to improve brain health in Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases; positively affects the dopaminergic system [can deplete your body's stores of zinc &copper] Eating a diet rich in sulfur rich foods such as cruciferous vegetables, vitamin C, and selenium can also help boost your body's natural glutathione production.
Probiotics
Tyrosine is a nonessential amino acid the body makes from another amino acid called phenylalanine. It is an essential component for the production of several important brain chemicals called neurotransmitters, including epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine.
Haritaki - more on this great supplement shortly
Triphala - ditto
Neem have been shown to be beneficial against various neurological disorders like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, mood disorders, ischemic-reperfusion injury.
Bacopa monnieri is shown to have anti-dopaminergic effects by reducing stress onto dopaminergic neurons that would otherwise then deplete dopamine (Gohil and Patel 2010). It helps to reduce dopaminergic neuronal death and reduces the depletion of dopamine.- Read it takes about 4 to 6 weeks to feel effects
Alpha Galactosidase A (alpha-Gal A) is an enzyme that recycles lipids in cells. preliminary data shows alpha-Gal A deficiency in brains of Parkinson's patients is associated with the accumulation of alpha-synuclein, a protein that promotes the onset and progression of Parkinson's disease
Milk Thistle
Passionflower antioxidant, antiparkinsonian, and memory enhancing activity; anxiety, insomnia, epilepsy, muscular spasms; contain flavonoids such as quercetin,etc.
Grapeseed Extract- improves muscle function in Parkinson’s was effective in protecting dopamine neurons from 6-OHDA toxicity by reducing apoptosis, the level of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and inflammation efficiently protected against neuronal loss and improved motor function in Parkinson’s patients
Ginko- increase circulation to the brain; was given to patients with Parkinson’s disease = increased blood supply to the brain, improved its nutritional status and may help with dopamine delivery. [note, this is a blood thinner]
Evening Primrose Oil is high in the essential fatty acid, gamma-linolenic acid or GLA and has been used as a clinical treatment for Parkinson’s and other tremor-causing disorders.- take 2 tablespoons or 1500 to 2400 mg capsules per day.
Cat's Claw 350 mg per day up to 700 root and bark for Parkinson’s; contains chemicals that might stimulate the immune system, kill cancer cells, and fight viruses.
Skullcap spp. active constituent ‘baicalein’, research shows repair of nerve damage and deterioration (Magnesium rich & relaxing
Curcumin (take w/ black pepper so it’s better absorbed)
Ashwagandha Sensoril helps prevent tissue wasting; can slow, stop, and possibly reverse certain types of nerve cell damage; good for anxiety; may be аblе tо dеlау, рrеvеnt, аnd trеаt dеgеnеrаtіvе nеurоlоgісаl dіѕоrdеrѕ thаt саuѕе loss оf соgnіtіvе funсtіоnіng like that found іn Parkinson’s disease
Dry needling and chiropractic (with exercises) might help back rigidity and balance
COMING SOON: I'll be posting new processes and the latest possible cures here by the end of September 2023. I will continually update them as well.
The brains of people with Parkinson's disease contain abnormal clumps of proteins called Lewy bodies. These clumps are largely made up of the protein alpha-synuclein, which plays a role in crosstalk between brain cells.--> amyloid-containing bacteria may cause alpha-synuclein
Some bacteria, such as Salmonella enterica, Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus subtilis, and E. coli, are able to produce amyloid peptides, which behaves like seeds for the aggregation of amyloid in the brain and act by increasing the nucleation of Aβ aggregates (Zhou et al., 2012) triggering an inflammatory response. Physical exercise and probiotics off set –
Probiotics consisting of 8 strains mixture of lactic acid-producing bacteria were shown to significantly ameliorate intestinal dysfunction… Bifidobacterium and lactic acid bacteria have shown the ability to suppress neuroinflammation, which is a key element in amyloid accumulation and AD progression.
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They found that in people with Parkinson's, there is an increase in levels of bacteria in the appendix that are involved with the production of bile acids. This increase is associated with a disruption in the gut bacteria's ability to break down fat, making regulation of bile acid more difficult. --> Approximately 85% of bile is made from water. Bitter foods are great at stimulating bile production. You can choose from all dark green leafy vegetables, as well as beetroot, artichokes and pickles. Drinks such as roasted dandelion root tea, lemon tea, celery juice and coffee all stimulate bile production -> Following a low-fat diet can reduce the amount of bile acid your body produces, causing less of it to make its way to your colon. ADD HEALTHY FATS. avocados.; fatty fish, such as salmon and sardines.; nuts, including cashews and almonds.
My Husband's Neurologist at Wake Forest Atrium Health recommends that he ride a stationary bicycle 45 minutes a day (a few more details - I'll add later ) to help prevent Parkinson's from Progressing.
Aside from Biking, jog if you can, do Tai Chi, yoga, swim, Pilates, dance, weight train, non-contact box, qi gong - these all have positive effects on PD symptoms.
Click link below for "big" exercises specifically for PD - there's a great one I can't find right now, but will post link when I do find it.
Apathy: lack of motivation and interest in activities
Memory or thinking (cognitive) problems: vary widely;
Mood disturbances: depression (sadness, loss of energy, decreased interest in activities) and anxiety (uncontrollable worry)
Psychosis: seeing things that aren't there (visual hallucinations) and having false, often paranoid, beliefs (delusions),
Drooling: build up of saliva because of decreased swallowing
Excessive daytime sleepiness or fatigue: feeling drowsy, sluggish or exhausted; may be symptoms on their own or result from Parkinson's medications
Pain: discomfort in one body part or the entire body
Skin changes: oily or dry skin; increased risk of melanoma
Sleep problems: insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep), restless legs syndrome (an uncomfortable sensation in the legs that goes away with moving them) or REM sleep behavior disorder (acting out dreams)
Smell loss: decreased ability to detect odors
Speech problems: speaking in a soft and monotone voice and sometimes slurring words or mumbling
Swallowing problems: choking, coughing and clearing the throat when eating and drinking
Vision changes: dry eyes, double vision and trouble reading
Weight changes: mild to moderate weight loss may occur in some people
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