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Going over: Sampson et al. “Gut Microbiota Regulate Motor Deficits and Neuroinflammation in a Model of Parkinson’s Disease.” 2016, Cell, 167(6):1469-1480.

Most of us, at some point in our lives, have consumed artificial sweeteners.

Of the foods which my body and my Parkinson’s reacts well to, root vegetables are at the top of my list. Here’s a (non-comprehensive) list of root vegetables: yams, beets, parsnips, turnips, carrots, onions, garlic, celery root, daikon, turmeric, jicama, radishes, and ginger.

While nutrition can affect many aspects of our health, there are three things which you should be aware of. Bone health, hydration, and constipation.

Bone health: 

Healthy bones are important for everyone, but as Parkinson's patients, we are at a disadvantage. Studies have shown that individuals with Parkinson's are susceptible to low bone mineral densities, putting us at an increased risk for osteoporosis and subsequent fractures. 

After 10 years of living with Parkinson’s, one of the things I know with complete certainty is that the foods I consume make a noticeable difference in my symptoms. It has taken me years to figure out what my optimal diet is, but let me tell you- it’s worth it. Personally, I find that my symptoms are diminished when I eat root vegetables - beets, radishes, turnips, carrots, daikon, celery root, turmeric, and ginger. Maybe it’s my Russian heritage (beets!), but based on how I feel, I don’t think it’s a coincidence.