There is no Parkinson-specific diet but there are foods possibly associated with slowing down the progression:
- Mediterranean or MIND diets
- Fresh vegetables, fresh fruit, nuts and seeds, non-fried fish, olive oil, wine, coconut oil, fresh herbs, and spices
Fiber may be helpful for constipation, which is common in PD. We most commonly recommend a well-balanced diet with regular fruit and vegetable intake.
It is also important to stay very well-hydrated with non-caffeinated water. Hydration helps with constipation, lightheadedness, dizziness, and thinking.
Author Mick Reedy, MD, is a Movement Disorders Specialist with
Inova Parkinson’s and Movement Disorders Center (IPMDC)
Practicalities of Diet in Parkinson’s
As part of their Recently Diagnosed series, Josefa Domingos and John Dean discussed diet.
Please click here for the link to their recording.
Please click here for the link to their slide deck.
Healthy Eating with Sabina
This series is not recorded, but Sabina discussed the Mediterranean Approach in her program in January 2024.
Please click here for the slide deck.
Here’s the link to the webpage with details about other topics she’s covered. Recipes too!
In July 2024, Sabina and Dr. Jenn Pauldurai, Inova Cognitive and Behavioral Neurologist, discussed the impacts of food on our bodies and brains.
While this program was not recorded, please check out the slide deck.