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How do beverages with caffeine affect your Parkinson's?

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San Francisco, CA
February 27, 2024
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Members shared a wide range of experiences with caffeine and Parkinson's, showing just how differently it affects each person. Several members... Read more

Members shared a wide range of experiences with caffeine and Parkinson's, showing just how differently it affects each person. Several members noted that caffeine worsened their tremors or caused jitteriness, while many others found it helpful for fighting fatigue, improving alertness, and even easing constipation. A recurring theme was the importance of personal choice, with many members and their doctors agreeing that moderate caffeine intake can have real benefits, and that giving up every enjoyable thing to Parkinson's takes a toll on quality of life.

A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I fully understand and I too feel the same way, what good is struggling, suffering everyday for the rest of your life and fighting to stay somewhat "normal" if you don't allow yourself to enjoy the "few" things that make you happy, I refuse to give up everything I love......

February 28, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I need coffee to get moving in the morning. Although it causes my tremor to be a bit more noticeable I feel the benefit of the caffeine is worth it 😊

February 28, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Couldn't agree more !

August 13, 2025
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

@ LesWilliams2 That's why you're looking a bit scrawny Les ! I didn't say that, someone else mentioned it, suggested you might try some Madcap coffee from Michigan ! 😄😄
I had a small cup the other day, revved me up good and proper 😁😁😃😃😮

June 19, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Depending when I drink it, it helps reduce stiffness allowing me to move more normally. It helps boost dopamine I've read by acting as an adenosine agonist.

April 14, 2024

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