How Chia Seeds Can Help Parkinson’s Low Blood Pressure

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”

Why People with Parkinson’s Should Eat Flaxseed

I love flaxseeds they are an amazing anti-inflammatory and are the #1 source of lignans which promotes hormonal balance, improves digestion, and helps moisturizes your skin. That’s why I added flaxseeds to my list of superfoods for people with PD.

Let’s look at seven reasons why they are especially good for people with Parkinson’s: Continue reading “Why People with Parkinson’s Should Eat Flaxseed”

Why People with Parkinson’s Should Eat Avocados

In previous blog posts, we’ve talked about the purple superfoods, this week we’re talking about a super green fruit called the avocado.

Avocados are a wonderful fruit. They taste yummy and can be added to many dishes to enhance the nutritional value. When you add super-fibrous nutrient-dense foods to your diet, you are less likely to crave empty calorie foods. I like avocados because they are delicious and satisfy my hunger quickly on-the-go.

But did you know avocados are especially good for people with Parkinson’s Disease? Continue reading “Why People with Parkinson’s Should Eat Avocados”

Purple Super Foods for Parkinson’s Brain and Heart Health (Part 2)

Radishes, cabbages, beets, oh my!

Last week we talked about the power of purple fruits and the super antioxidant called anthocyanin they contain, which gives fruit and vegetables their deep red, purple or blue color. Let’s continue with super purple category – vegetables!

Purple Cabbage (sometimes called red cabbage)

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Purple Super Foods for Parkinson’s Brain and Heart Health (Part 1)

I’m purple lovin’ person. I’m a Minnesota Vikings fan; my brand color is purple; and my inner circle know I’m a forever Prince (Purple Rain music artist) fan.

I also love purple and blue foods because they have amazing nutritional value. They are great for your heart, gut, and your brain.

Our gut helps keep our body’s immune responses and inflammation under control. Additionally, gut hormones that enter the brain or are produced in the brain influence cognitive ability. Our gut helps keep our body’s immune responses and inflammation under control. Continue reading “Purple Super Foods for Parkinson’s Brain and Heart Health (Part 1)”