ATIVESITE | Dr. Gilbert Hosts: Medicinal Plants and Supplements in Parkinson’s Disease
Have you ever wondered if there are medicinal plants, supplements or herbal remedies worth trying for your PD symptoms? There are a whole host of possibilities available. But where do you begin? And how can you determine what’s helpful vs. hoax?
Dr. Britt Stone, a movement disorders neurologist with a special interest in integrative and holistic medicine (approaches that focus on healing the whole person) was back by popular demand as our guest on Dr. Gilbert Hosts! She provided the latest information and her expert advice on herbal remedies and supplements for PD.
01:56 Dr. Stone’s introduction
30:14 Is the MIND diet good for PD?
32:32 Are there any plant-based supplements that protect neurons as opposed to just controlling symptoms?
34:41 Do you recommend use of probiotics?
35:47 Are there any supplements that are good for Levodopa-induced dyskinesias?
36:30 Do you recommend Ashwagandha for PD?
37:34 Do you recommend a ketogenic diet?
38:56 What are your thoughts on Vitamin B1 and B6 supplementation in PD?
40:55 What’s the best way to treat constipation with herbal remedies?
44:26 Are there any supplements or plant-based therapies for fatigue?
45:26 There is some evidence to suggest that dairy should be avoided in people with PD. What are your thoughts on dairy?
48:04 Is there any way to get the advantages of medical marijuana without having vivid dreams?
49:11 Are there herbal remedies for urinary frequency and incontinence?
50:14 Do you recommend Rhodeola Rosea for fatigue?
50:44 Are there clinical trials being conducted on herbal remedies in PD?
54:25 Do you recommend Quercetin?
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