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Foods to Cure Parkinson's Disease | Including Omega 3, Fiber & Calcium Rich Foods
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Be it any condition, a healthy diet is a road to fast recovery. Watch this video to learn more about the food groups to consume to help you get rid of Parkinson's Disease!
Parkinson's Disease:
Parkinson’s disease is a degenerative disease which affects the nervous system. It occurs due to lack of a compound called dopamine in the brain, the scarcity of which hampers the transmission of messages from one nerve cell to another.
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Symptoms:
• Depression
• Tremors of the hands, legs, arms & face
• Muscle rigidity
• Stiffness of the arms, legs & trunk
• Poor balance and coordination
• Changes in speech and gait
• Constipation
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Food groups to consume in parkinson's disease:
1. Omega 3: Helps dealing with depression & alleviates mood
Foods to consume: Tuna, salmon & mackerel, flaxseeds and walnuts
2. Fiber: Aids in reducing constipation
Foods to consume: Mango, pineapple, pars, figs, grapes, carrots, beetroot, cabbage, capsicum, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, oats, sorghum, finger millet, quinoa, pearl millet and brown rice
3. Phenylalanine amino acid: Helps in the production of
dopamine
Foods to consume: Brazil nuts, pecans, almonds, sesame seeds, chickpeas and lentils
4. Calcium: Helps to keep the bone strong and avoid tremors
Foods to consume: Milk & cheese, broccoli & spinach
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Tips:
• Make sure to drink plenty of water in order to prevent
constipation