We’re on to part 2 in the series “7 Things Women with Parkinson’s Disease May Not Know About.” We learned in part 1 that PD is less prevalent in women and women have different symptoms. Let’s get started on part 2! Continue reading “7 Things Women with Parkinson’s Disease May Not Know About (Part 2 of 3)”
In my boxing and dance classes for Parkinson’s, we often discuss the differences that seem to occur between women with Parkinson’s Disease and men with PD. My fighters agree that there are differences, but they’re not sure exactly what the differences are. Based on published research combined with my own years of working with Parkinson’s disease, it’s apparent women and men have differences. In this 3-part blog series, I’m going to discuss the top 7 things women with Parkinson’s may not know. Let’s get started! Continue reading “7 Things Women with Parkinson’s Disease May Not Know About (Part 1 of 3)”
During April, Parkinson’s Disease National Awareness Month, you might see the same images and colors popping up. A lot of people don’t realize that PD has its own symbols to bring awareness to the disease.
The tulips are blooming just in time for the PD tulip to shine. I proudly wear my tulip pin and I have so many people with Parkinson’s ask me what it means.
It’s April. That means it’s Parkinson’s Awareness Month. During this month, organizations typically focus on fundraising activities and educating the public about the disease. But I’d like to take this time to celebrate and recognize the behind-the-scenes “Support Team.”
The diagnosis of PD affects every single member of the family. I have so many brave support families calling me with questions, showing up in classes, social events, and volunteering. I get to know them very well, and they are truly amazing. Continue reading “Are You a Support Partner for a Loved-One with Parkinson’s?”
March is National Nutrition Month, so we’ll keep going with our Parkinson’s’ superfood list. Next up is chia seeds and how they can help Parkinson’s low blood pressure.
When you stand up and feel light-headed it’s often due to low blood pressure or “orthostatic hypotension.” Your blood pressure isn’t high enough to adjust quickly to changes in body position. Since the blood must work against gravity to get to your brain, when you stand up, you get dizzy. Did you know this is common with Parkinson’s? I’m always surprised at how many people with PD don’t know this is a symptom and sometimes a side effect of medications. Continue reading “How Chia Seeds Can Help Parkinson’s Low Blood Pressure”
