Parkinson's Disease Support Supplements

1 Lozenge

morning

Additional notes

"a sublingual supplement (let dissolve in your mouth); this method of intake increases absorption. This includes a high dose of the three active forms of B12 and folate. This is often needed since the PD medications can lower B12. PD is linked with low B12 and high homocysteine. These can be associated with worse mobility and greater cognitive decline in PD. B12 deficiency alone can affect dopamine cells and cause tremors, rigidity. There are hundreds of studies about PD and B12. "

8 Drops

once per day

Take with food

Ongoing

Additional notes

"Dosing depending on labs to optimize Vitamin D levels, which is often considered 50-80 ng/mL. Dosage may need to change seasonally. Taking vitamin D with meals improves absorption since it is a fat-soluble vitamin. This supplement also includes olive oil, which makes it an excellent choice. In studies those with Parkinson's disease have lower Vitamin D levels and can demonstrate worse balance, constipation, dementia and falls. Vitamin D can provide neuroprotective effects. When low those with PD have more depression, dementia, osteoporosis, and mortality. (liquid form, small capsules available)"

1-2 Teaspoon (tsp)s

twice per day

Ongoing

Additional notes

"(powerful and absorbable curcumin supplement): all curcumin supplements are not created equal. There is a lot of research about the use of curcumin to support neurodegenerative disorders and PD. Can reduce oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, reduce alpha synuclein aggregation, reduce pain. Caution of possible gastric upset as a side effect and some medicine contraindications. (liquid form, capsules available but large)"

1 Teaspoon (tsp)

once per day

Take with food

Additional notes

"This can be beneficial to heart health and brain health. Fish oils help reduce inflammation, provide neuroprotection, and reduced risk of PD. Diet high in fatty fish (from high quality sources) can also be a good source. Fish oils should be from a 3rd party tested, pure source like Nordic Naturals. Higher Caution: may be contraindicated with A-fib (liquid or large capsule forms available)"

2-10 Pumps

once per day

Ongoing

Additional notes

"Glutathione is our body's powerful antioxidant. With age it decreases and leaves our brain susceptible for neurodegenerative diseases and damage. With disease and damage, you use up more glutathione; worsening the problem. This is a liquid liposomal form to increase absorption. "

2 Capsules

once per day

Ongoing

Additional notes

"The B vitamins work synergistically so it can be helpful to take this complex in addition to a higher dose B12/folate (trifolamin) if homocysteine is elevated. Once taking B vitamins the B12 serum levels will elevate. Monitoring MMA or homocysteine can be a better way to look at this functionally. Optionally you can take a full B complex like Pure Encapsulations B Complex Plus. "

1-2 Capsules

twice per day

Ongoing

For Calming support

Additional notes

"Magnesium is a common mineral deficiency. It plays a key role in nerve function and muscle relaxation which may help address symptom management in those with PD for the areas of muscle relaxation, sleep issues like insomnia, restless leg syndrome, and other sleep disorders. This form very absorbable and usually well tolerated, other forms of magnesium (like Magnesium Citrate) may support constipation better. (liquid, powder or capsule form)"

1 Scoop

three times per day

Ongoing

Additional notes

"(ascorbic acid): Best to take away from B vitamins. 1000 mg at a time at various times during the day is better than large doses at once. It may help increase absorption of carbidopa/levodopa by 25-30% in some people. It is best to get sources from food, but this can be a convenient way to increase intake. This is also an antioxidant that may be protective of cell damage. Caution: high doses can cause loose stools. (Power, liquid and capsule forms available)"