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To get us started, I want to identify her triggers that cause her panic attacks. Her body has become very sensitive when it comes to her thoughts. Any slight sadness, fear, worry, anger, and like-thoughts (negative thoughts) will cause her legs to feel full blown discomfort and most of the time pain. Here’s how she always…
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Ever wonder what the secrets to a healthier lifestyle are? When mom started to experience panic attacks in addition to her Parkinson’s Disease, everything turned dark for our family. Everything was driven up to the roof; hospital bills, anxiety, stress, frustration, pain, and tears. Too focused on PD, I put my full trust on mom’s…
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Quick facts Good mental health is essential for overall well-being, and the food we consume plays a crucial role in maintaining it. While we often focus on the physical benefits of a balanced diet, we may overlook the profound impact that nutrient deficiency can have on our mental health. In this article, we will explore…
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Quick Facts What is Zinc? Zinc is a chemical element with the symbol Zn and atomic number 30. It is classified as a transition metal and is placed in Group 12 of the periodic table. Zinc is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in numerous physiological processes within the body. From immune function…
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What made me look into Magnesium? Few years back, I was having issues waking up in the middle of the night due to cramps and/or numbness on my arms and legs even when no pressure was applied. It was so bad I felt like I was going to lose them. My homeopathic doctor prescribed magnesium phosphate…
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Let’s talk about Dehydration! Did you know that our body weight is made up of approximately 60% water? American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in 2005. This is why our body’s operation is affected when we are dehydrated. Can you imagine running a machine with no gasoline? It wouldn’t. Dehydration can lead to so many…
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Are you trying to eat healthy and looking for an easier way to prep a meal? Is tossing and blending easy enough? If so, smoothie is your way to go! My mom’s integrative doctor, had given us a recipe for PD Power smoothie but for the life of me couldn’t find it. So here’s a…
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Mucuna Pruriens, also called as velvet beans, is a tropical legume that has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine for its neurological and anti-inflammatory properties. It contains a high concentration of Levodopa, which is the precursor to the neurotransmitter dopamine that is deficient in Parkinson’s disease. Natural vs. Synthetic Efficacy Several studies have compared the…
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Gut and Brain The gut-brain connection is a complex network of interactions between the central nervous system (CNS) and the enteric nervous system (ENS). This connection allows bidirectional communication between the gut and the brain through the nervous system, immune system and endocrine system. One of the main pathways involved in the gut-brain axis is…
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As opposed to what most people know, Parkinson’s disease is not only a movement disorder. It also comes with a wide variety of other symptoms. One of the most common non-motor symptoms is constipation. This condition can be both frustrating and painful, and it is essential to manage it effectively to avoid complications. This is one…
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