Does exercise after taking carbidopa/levodopa make it last longer or work better?
Exercise is beneficial for managing Parkinson's symptoms overall, but it doesn't appear to extend how long your medication lasts or prevent "off" periods. However, exercise can improve your strength, agility, and quality of life at all stages Show Full Answer
Does exercise after taking carbidopa/levodopa make it last longer or work better?
Exercise is beneficial for managing Parkinson's symptoms overall, but it doesn't appear to extend how long your medication lasts or prevent "off" periods. However, exercise can improve your strength, agility, and quality of life at all stages of Parkinson's.
The timing of meals and protein intake seems to have more impact on medication effectiveness than exercise. Taking levodopa on an empty stomach (at least 30 minutes before or 60 minutes after eating) can help it work better, since protein and iron can compete with levodopa during digestion.
Good exercise options include:
* Walking on a treadmill
* Riding a stationary bike
* Yoga or tai chi
* Dancing
* No-contact boxing
While exercise won't make your medication last longer, it's still an important part of managing Parkinson's and can help you feel better overall.
April 9
I am glad you have these positive results for me a set of parkinson exercises every moring has helped tremendously in maintaining my flexibility,
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