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New York, NY

Why am I going weight

July 20, 2024
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A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Betty, so glad I'm not the only one! Size 14 to 8 since February ๐Ÿ™„ and 30 pounds is dramatic for someone who isn't quite 5 foot. ๐Ÿ˜’ fortunately I have some clothes for each size. The unfortunately I never thought I would see 8 again EVER!! whoops. I weigh myself daily and it isn't done. I'm runnin out ๐Ÿ˜ฏ

July 21, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Uhmm, I am not gaining., I am losing weight. As a woman, I was kinda enjoying my 10 lbs disappearing but its more like sliding ๐Ÿคทโ€โ™€๏ธ Since covid in January and February, ( i was sick 1-11 till the end of February ๐Ÿฅด) I have lost 30 lbs. It has slowed to about 1 to 2 a week ๐Ÿ˜• it is no longer fun. I even wake up walk to the kitchen and dry heave. This will go on for several hours. I had to get some anti nausea medicine. Something new to add to my collection ๐Ÿ˜

July 20, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Many of the meds they had me on made me gain weight now I have totally opposite problem

August 2, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

I think that mobility issues is a strong factor in weight gain. Choosing healthy snacking options is an obvious eye rolling answer! High protein snack's like jerky which can be โ€œgnawedโ€ on which stimulates the brain and satisfies the hunger cravings. Carrots are also a good gnawing choice! There are many recipes on Pinterest for high protein snack balls etcโ€ฆ [[treatment:Levodopa/carbidopa:55d534f51fcaa397470006dd]] caused me to loose weight. It is said that PD medications can cause obsessive compulsive behavior such as eating disorders (compulsive behavior).

July 23, 2024
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

Do you like nuts or dried fruit? They have a lot of calories and can be nibbled while watching TV or reading.

July 21, 2024

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