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Parkinsonian Links
Nutrition and Eating
Nutrition is especially important for a person with Parkinson's. 
Certain foods may affect people with Parkinson's in other ways than they affect others, and there are a bunch of things to look out for that wouldn't be of much concern to others. The Atkins diet, for example, could be a problem for people who use levodopa - because it is recommended that your diet be seven parts carbohydrate to one part protein - that's enough to shake the foundation of an old beefeater like me.
Kathrynne Holden, already a learned nutritionist, has made some extensive studies about Parkinson's and nutrition. When I met Ms. Holden and heard her speak about nutrition and Parkinson's, I was very impressed by the many nuances of nutrition; and I don't see how it could be adequately summarized here. One could write a book on it. Kathrynne has: "Eat Well, Stay Well with Parkinson's Disease.
Although there are useful pamphlets available from the foundations (q.v.) on the subject, I recommend Kathrynne's book as a comprehensive source. Kathrynne has also published a cookbook for people with Parkinson's: "Cook Well, Stay Well with Parkinson's Disease."
Nutrition Matters, a short form of her book, is available on the Web, courtesy of NPF.
Fava Beans, often mentioned as a possible source of dopamine, are discussed here by Mrs. Holden.
More information on Nutrition? Murray Charters' web site has many more hyperlinks.
More information on Vitamins? The Vitamins and Nutrition Center provides accurate information on vitamins and nutrition, research on vitamins and the different effects of vitamin deficiency.
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