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Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Cheesy Quinoa Stuffed Peppers for People with Parkinson’s

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It is suggested to limit gluten and dairy to decrease inflammation in the gut and fiber to help with digestion. This is especially true if you have Parkinson’s Disease. Here is a yummy quinoa dish you can serve guests and still stick to a gluten-free, dairy-free diet.

Did you know quinoa is more nutrient-dense alternative to rice? For a 100-gram serving, quinoa has double the amount of protein (14 grams versus 7 grams) for approximately the same number of calories. It also has 2.5 times the amount of fiber than rice,7 grams versus 3 grams, respectively. Most plant-based foods do not contain complete proteins containing all of the essential amino acids like meat, but quinoa is a complete protein. This makes quinoa a particularly beneficial food for those who do not eat animal products. Plus, I think the flavor is better than rice. Continue reading “Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free Cheesy Quinoa Stuffed Peppers for People with Parkinson’s”

Could the Rabies Virus Help Treat People with Parkinson’s Disease?

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When I was 13 years old, nine members of my family were bitten by a very rabid puppy they adopted. It turned out the whole litter including the mother had rabies from an encounter with a skunk. As a result, I became very interested in the virus. I gave talks in school and 4-H on rabies and I even worked in the lab testing brain tissue of suspected animals carrying the virus while earning my animal science degree.

The study reported in Parkinson’s News Today “Rabies Virus May Hold Key for Efficient Therapies in Parkinson’s, Study Suggests” fascinated me. As the virus that made such a horrible impact on my family might actually help other people I care so dearly for. Continue reading “Could the Rabies Virus Help Treat People with Parkinson’s Disease?”

What Came First – Gut Issues or the Onset of Parkinson’s?

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For many years, research has been leading towards the reality that Parkinson’s may start in the gut first and travel to the brain.

Recently, I was diagnosed with a dairy and soy allergy which causes inflammation in the esophagus and probably the gut. As I was sharing food ideas with my students, the topic of gut health and Parkinson’s Disease came up. I found people with PD often have no idea the gut is involved. They may have heard gluten-free diets can be helpful to manager PD, but most do not know why this is suggested. Laurie Mischley, author of “Natural Therapies For Parkinson’s Disease” and whom I served with on a medical advisory board and respect highly, says that dairy and other foods like gluten may contribute to inflammation in the gut, which may precipitate or worsen PD. Continue reading “What Came First – Gut Issues or the Onset of Parkinson’s?”

Tips on How to Get Yourself or Someone Else with Parkinson’s Disease Out of a Car

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Many people with Parkinson’s Disease struggle with getting out of a car. It’s so sad to hear someone can’t participate in a class or get to an appointment for the sole reason it takes too long to get in or out of a car. This could be due to freezing, loss of strength or agility due to PD.

If you have freezing with PD, I have some tips to help you get out of a car that are good for you to know as well as loved-ones trying to help but can’t physically lift the other person. Continue reading “Tips on How to Get Yourself or Someone Else with Parkinson’s Disease Out of a Car”

7 Things Women with Parkinson’s Disease May Not Know About (Part 3 of 3)

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Men and women are different down to the cellular levels; we’re different across all our organs from our brains to our hearts, our lungs, our joints. So it’s no surprise men and women show different symptoms with Parkinson’s Disease. We’re now ready for our last installment in our series. If you missed parts 1 and 2, catch up. And here we go with the last 3 things women with Parkinson’s may not know. Continue reading “7 Things Women with Parkinson’s Disease May Not Know About (Part 3 of 3)”