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Eat Well, Stay Well With Parkinson's disease
Eat Well Stay Well With Parkinson's disease Author:R.D.), Kathrynne Holden (M.S., MS, RD Kathrynne Holden Eat well, stay well with Parkinson's disease is designed for people with Parkinson's, caregivers, and health professionals. Written by a registered dietitian who specializes in the nutrition needs unique to Parkinson's, this book features large type, lie-flat binding, and spaces for notes. Also included are recipes and menus designed to provi... more »de a 7:1 ratio of carbohydrates to protein, for better absorption of levodopa (Sinemet). Information includes: Timing of medications and dealing with nausea Controlling constipation safely, preventing bowel impaction Fluid needs and dehydration Parkinson's and bone health B vitamin needs, B6 and levodopa Dealing with heartburn / reflux / ulcers / hiatal hernia Why unplanned weight loss can be a problem Chewing & swallowing difficulties Protein and levodopa Menus and recipes in the 7:1 ratio« less