Parkinson’s Disease
The right diet is the key to managing many diseases and to improving general quality of life. For this condition, scientific research has found benefit in the following healthy eating tips.
High-Fiber Diet
Doctors recommend that people with Parkinson’s disease get lots of fiber and drink plenty of fluids to reduce constipation associated with this disease. Good sources include fruits and vegetables, fresh and cooked.High-Fiber DietDoctors recommend that people with Parkinson’s disease supplement with fiber and maintain adequate fluid intake to reduce constipation associated with this disease.35 Eating high-fiber foods may also help.
Fava Beans
Eating large amounts of fava beans, also known as broad beans, might increase the action of L-dopa and possibly lead to L-dopa overdose. Talk with a doctor before adding broad beans to your diet.Fava BeansConsumption of large amounts of fava beans (Vicia faba), also known as broad beans, might increase the action of L-dopa and possibly lead to L-dopa overdose. Parkinson’s disease patients should, therefore, talk with a doctor before adding broad beans to their diet.