Lower the Risk of Heart Disease and Parkinson’s with a Plant Based Diet with Dr. Steve Blake

Podcast Hosted by Dr. Frank Sabatino

Parkinson’s Disease: How Diet Influences Symptom Management

In addition to Alzheimer’s, Dr. Blake has explored the impact of nutrition on Parkinson’s disease, another neurodegenerative disorder marked by the loss of dopamine-producing neurons. His research reveals that dietary modifications can have a significant effect on managing symptoms and slowing the progression of the disease.

One of the critical insights Dr. Blake shares is the role of protein in Parkinson’s disease. High-protein diets can interfere with the body’s ability to produce levodopa, a precursor to dopamine, which is essential for motor function. By reducing protein intake to recommended levels—around 40-60 grams per day—individuals with Parkinson’s can experience improvements in symptoms such as tremors and rigidity. Studies show that lowering protein intake can increase the body’s natural production of dopamine, leading to better symptom control.  >>Listen 

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