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Parkinson Diet

Amy Neill Dietitian | Special interest in Parkinson's disease

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Dietary antioxidants and progression of parkinsonism
Eat well

Dietary antioxidants and progression of parkinsonism

02/2023 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

A diet high in antioxidants may reduce the risk of heart disease and certain cancers, but what about Parkinson’s? Could consuming a diet rich in antioxidant nutrients benefit people living …..read more

Cutlery, eating dinner, adaptive equipment and aids
Eat well

Eating with Parkinson’s disease made easier

10/2021 Amy Neill, Dietitian 2

Eating and drinking can be challenging when you have Parkinson’s making it harder to get good nutrition. Your hand tremor can interfere with drinking from a cup; food may fall …..read more

10 foods to eat if you have Parkinson's, brain healthy foods e.g. green leafy vegetables
Diet types

10 foods to eat if you have Parkinson’s

08/2021 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

Eating certain foods while limiting others can help people living with Parkinson’s. Research suggests eating 10 brain healthy foods, such as green leafy vegetables, as part of the MIND diet …..read more

Decreased appetite is common in Parkinson’s and weight loss can occur due to poor food intake
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Decreased appetite and Parkinson’s

11/2020 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

Decreased appetite is a common problem for people with Parkinson’s that can affect your ability to consume an adequate amount of food and fluid. There are many reasons your appetite …..read more

Parkinson Diet, Parkinson's and difficulty swallowing
Dysphagia

Dysphagia or difficulty swallowing and Parkinson’s

12/2019 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

Dysphagia or difficulty swallowing is a common problem that can happen at any stage of Parkinson’s and is described as difficulty moving food, liquid, saliva or medication from your mouth …..read more

Can a Keto diet improve symptoms in Parkinson's
Diet types

Can the ketogenic diet help Parkinson’s?

08/2019 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

Emerging evidence supports the use of the ketogenic diet against a variety of neurological disorders including multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer’s. But what about Parkinson’s? Is there a potential place for …..read more

Gastroparesis or slow stomach emptying, diet and Parkinson's
Gut health

7 diet tips for Parkinson’s & gastroparesis

11/2018 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

Gastroparesis is a common non-motor symptom of Parkinson’s. Also known as slow stomach emptying, gastroparesis slows the movement of food from your stomach to your small intestine. It can greatly …..read more

Foods to limit if you have Parkinson's disease for brain health
Diet types

5 foods to limit if you have Parkinson’s

12/2021 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

Eating certain foods while limiting others may help improve brain health and benefit people with Parkinson’s. In fact there are 5 foods to limit if you have Parkinson’s as part …..read more

Berries for Parkinson's - anthocyanins, fibre, good for health
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A berry good idea for Parkinson’s

07/2021 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

The sooner people with Parkinson’s start eating berries the better. Berries are sweet, versatile and have a myriad of health benefits. They contain antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, fibre plus a collection …..read more

Plant-based Mediterranean diet for Parkinson's
Diet types

Can the Mediterranean diet help Parkinson’s?

10/2020 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

The Mediterranean diet has been linked to a number of health benefits, including lower incidence of cardiovascular disease, slower decline in physical function in older adults and reduced risk of …..read more

Healthy diet patterns and symptoms preceding Parkinson’s, The alternate Mediterranean diet and the Alternative Healthy Eating Index
Eat well

Healthy diet patterns and symptoms preceding Parkinson’s

09/2020 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

The symptoms of Parkinson’s are not just limited to movement, they are characterised by both motor (movement) and non-motor symptoms and are different from person to person. Non-motor symptoms like …..read more

MIND diet slows cognitive decline but what about Parkinson's
Diet types

Can the MIND diet help Parkinson’s?

04/2020 Amy Neill, Dietitian 0

The MIND diet aims to promote brain health and has been associated with slower cognitive decline and with decreased risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. But what about Parkinson’s? Is there …..read more

Fibre and the Keto diet for Parkinson's
Diet types

How to get enough fibre on the keto diet

08/2019 Amy Neill, Dietitian 2

The ketogenic or keto diet is a very high-fat, very low-carbohydrate, moderate protein diet which has been shown to improve certain symptoms of Parkinson’s in several small studies1,2,3. If not …..read more

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RECIPES

  • Smoothie blueberry strawberry coconut
    Berry smoothie with blueberries & strawberries
  • Mango smoothie recipe
    Mango Smothie
  • Banana and oat smoothie with cinnamon - recipe
    Banana Oat and Cinnamon Smoothie
  • Egg and vegetable muffins recipe
    Egg and vegetable muffins
  • Chocolate avocado mousse
  • VEGAN CARROT & MISO SOUP WITH SILKEN TOFU, Parkinson's
    Carrot & Miso Soup with Silken Tofu 
  • Beetroot cashew puree recipe
    Beetroot and cashew puree
  • Sweet-Potato-Noodles-with-Cashew-Sauce-recipe
    Creamy spinach sweet potato noodles with cashew sauce

Dietitian case studies

  • Dietitian case study, weight loss, levodopa and protein

    Dietitian case study: “Weight loss and levodopa not kicking in”

    Dietitian Case Study: Kelly came for a Dietitian assessment as she was concerned about a large amount of .....read more
  • Dietitian case study: constipation, bowel health, kiwi fruit

    Dietitian case study: “Hard, dry stools & straining”

    Dietitian case Study: Graham came for a Dietitian assessment as he was experiencing constipation (hard, dry stools) and .....read more
Recent Posts
  • Dietary antioxidants and progression of parkinsonism 02/2023
  • 5 foods to limit if you have Parkinson’s 12/2021
  • Eating with Parkinson’s disease made easier 10/2021
  • 10 foods to eat if you have Parkinson’s 08/2021

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