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Did Not Lose Weight. Jusst Gained 10 Pounds
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member asked a question 💭

I havent figrued out how to handle meals. I live in New York and spend half time in NJ.
lost ten pounds last month and gained it all back.
What is the best diet for us. Is it different with differetn symptons?

posted June 28, 2021
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

While thinking abut your nutrition, please keep in mind a seemingly little know fact that if you take levadopa, you should take it 30 min before or 60 min after a meal. Protein makes the levadopa less effective.
Maria

posted July 1, 2021
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

A good PD diet is lower in protein with more emphasis on fruits and vegetables.A lot of fiber. If you google Parkinson’s Diet your should find some guidance.
🌈TheaD

posted July 3, 2021
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

My neurology team is less concerned about when I eat meals since I don’t eat a lot of animal protein. They are more adamant that I take them
at the same time every day . I does make a difference. I do take my first dosage an hour or two before eating.
🌈TheaD

posted July 1, 2021
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I've lost 28 in about 3 months. But I do this every once in awhile I'll lose weight and then gain it back lose weight and gain it back..

posted June 30, 2021
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

When my husband was first diagnosed, he was depressed and lost some weight because he wasn't hungry. As he got more used to the idea and realized that he wasn't in imminent danger, he got back his appetite. Since he is less active than he used to be, he has put on a few pounds that he would like to lose. He is cutting back on a few foods to cut his calories.

AFAIK, there is no special diet for Parkinson's. Try for an overall healthy diet.

posted June 28, 2021

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