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Hi Team, Would You Like To Know An Answer To Some Commonly Asked Questions About PD? #1
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These questions and responses were taken from the MJFF healthy brain diet tool on their website
- Fava beans contain levodopa. Should I eat them for PD
Fava beans are a natural source of levodopa which is sometimes prescribed to manage PD related symptoms but it is unclear how much the beans contain, how your body might absorb and if your symptoms might respond. Eating fava beans may not have a noticeable effect and eating too many might result in too much levodopa causing involuntary movement… read more

posted October 30, 2023
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thanks Luka and my wife says thank you too! She and one her sisters is incorporating your recipe suggestions with Ethiopian spices. Being from Ireland and having spent much time over the years in Ethiopia, I’ve come to love their dishes, especially their Wot (chicken) dishes. Now I’m hungry!

posted October 30, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thanks Terry. I hope to post more FAQ's and answers tomorrow. Happy you find it informative.
Maria

posted November 1, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Thank you for your kindness Martin. Folks like yourself make me honored to find and share this info.
Maria

posted November 3, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Howdy Maria
You know how I feel about the info you send each one of us with Love and caring. I return through my belief in my Savior Jesus Christ who is giving you blessings in your crown in Heaven. Hugs 🤗🫂🤗 to all my brothers and sisters who live in this world of parkinson. My God give you all strength to go through this at times imaginable pain and before when you truly believe he can. Love you.

posted November 3, 2023
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Fantastic information Maria. You are helping so many people with your excellent research. Hugs, Terry

posted November 1, 2023

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