Diet

                                                                          

Lets find foods that are beneficial to Parkinson's:



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• Fruits and vegetables
• grains
• eggs 
• legumes: kidney beans and lentils
• dark chocolate
• some beverages such as wine, coffee and tea 

People who take levodopa (Sinemet) should only eat meats, fish and cheese at dinner time, and eat more carbohydrates and vegetables during the day to help their body absorb the medicine effectively.
People who take rasagiline or selegiline should avoid these foods:

• cured fermented or air-dried meats or fish
• aged cheeses: aged cheddar or Swiss, blue cheese, Camembert
• fermented cabbage: sauerkraut, kimchi
• soybean products: including soy sauce
• red wine and tap beer

Eat foods high in calories to keep your weight up (recipes below)

Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake                      

Makes one serving; 1090 calories per serving.

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
• 3 tablespoons chocolate syrup
• 1 1/2 cups chocolate ice cream

Directions:
Pour all ingredients into a blender. Mix well

Super Shake

Makes one serving; 550 calories per serving

Ingredients:

• 1 cup whole milk
• 1 cup ice cream (1-2 scoops)
• 1 package Carnation Instant Breakfast

Directions:
Pour all ingredients into a blender. Mix well.

Super Pudding

Makes four 1/2 cup servings; 250 calories per serving.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole milk
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 package instant pudding
• 3/4 cup nonfat dry milk powder

Directions:
Blend milk and oil. Add pudding mix and mix well. Pour into dishes (1/2 cup servings).

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Common drug and food interaction and what you can do to relieve them.

• Nausea

Drink clear and ice cold drinks with sugar in them
Avoid orange and grapefruit drinks
Avoid fried, greasy, or sweet foods
Do not mix hot or cold food
Rest after eating and keep head elevated
Try to eat when you feel less nauseated
If these techniques are not helpful contact your doctor

• Relieving thirst and/or dry mouth

If it is ok'd by your doctor drink at least 8 or more glasses of liquid (Be sure you check with your doctor first!!!)
Limit caffeine
Dunk or moisten bread, toast, cookies, or crackers in your milk or decaffeinated drinks
Add sauces to your food. Try gravy, both or melted butter
Eat sour candy or fruit ice. This helps in dry mouth problems
Ask your doctor about what kind of mouthwash and artificial saliva products

Frequently asked questions

• I am too tired to eat in the evening. What can I do?

Choose foods easy to prepare. Do not waste your energy preparing your meal it will make you too tired.
Ask your family to fix your meals for you
Check and see if you are eligible for local meals on wheels
Keep healthy snacks available
Rest before eating and try eating a little earlier

• I don't feel like eating. What should I do?

Talk to your doctor first you may be suffering from depression.
If you are not suffering from depression here are a few tips
    Eat small frequent meals and snacks
    Walk or do other light activity to stimulate your appetite
    Drink beverages after meals
    Plan meals that contain your favorite food

• How can I make eating more enjoyable?

Choose foods easy to prepare and eat
Liven up your meals by using colorful place settings and play background music during meals
Invite a guest to eat with you or go out to eat
Liven your food up with colorful garnishes