Parkinson's Disease Reducing Symptoms With Nutrition And Drugs [Paperback]

This groundbreaking book offers a powerful blending of nutritional and pharmaceutical benefits. In ?user-friendly? style, it aims to reduce distressing symptoms, improve general functional health and promote well-being in people with Parkinson?s disease. It clearly explains the effects of nutrition and medication on brain and general metabolism, thereby empowering the reader to plan a more predictable and personalised management approach. The authors are recognized internationally as pioneers in the field of nutritional management of Parkinson?s Disease and have received a ?Quality of Life in Parkinson?s Award? in the United States. This innovative book is aimed at all people affected by the disease, being suitable for Healthcare Professionals, Parkinson?s Sufferers and Caregivers alike. It is also an easy-to-follow guide on this complex subject for students of medicine, nutrition and dietetics. ?This timely volume provides an easily accessible and scientifically referenced source of information on the diverse aspects of drugs and nutrition.? Professor Leslie Findley, Medical Advisor to The European Parkinson?s Disease Association ?To me, nutrition is now the most important method of managing my health. It forms the platform for drug therapy and other contributory factors to my well-being. To anyone with or touched by Parkinson?s, I commend this book to you. It is an indispensable tool to help you to help yourself... Read on and reap the benefits!? Tom Isaacs, Co-Founder, The Cure Parkinson?s Trust, UK ?In timing the L-dopa as the book says, I feel much better!? V. R., PD Person, Southampton, UK ?Above all you have given us hope, help and a means to manage this disease.? R. McNally, County Dublin, Ireland The many topics presented in this book include: ? Interaction between L-dopa and food - best combinations for effectiveness & reducing dyskinesia ? Smoothing out the ?on-off? period ? Individualising drug dosage and intervals between administrations with special mol³q