Did you know that stress can play a significant role in worsening Parkinson's Disease symptoms? Furthermore, have you ever considered WHY this can happen? In this episode, we explore the surprising connection between stress and Parkinson's, breaking down how stress affects both motor and non-motor symptoms like tremors, stiffness, anxiety, and slee…

Join our conversation with Brooke and Rafael as they recount their journey from the first signs of dementia to finding the right medical care. Their story is a testament to the power of early intervention and the importance of understanding complex symptoms, such as REM sleep disorder. Through honest dialogue, Brooke and Rafael offer a wealth of in…

In this episode, (view on YouTube) we explore the link between magnesium and its potential to improve sleep disorders in people with Parkinson’s Disease. Magnesium plays a key role in nerve function and muscle relaxation, which may help address common Parkinson’s sleep issues like insomnia, restless legs syndrome (RLS), and REM sleep behavior disor…

Did you know that your gut health could be linked to Parkinson’s Disease? Recent research has uncovered a fascinating connection between the gut microbiome and the development of Parkinson’s. In this episode, we explore how changes in gut bacteria may contribute to brain inflammation, the misfolding of alpha-synuclein proteins, and the progression …

Video version of the podcast is here. This may not be a "hot take" with regards to supplements, but we will be talking about some cool beans. Mucuna pruriens, also known as the velvet bean, is a natural source of levodopa, a key treatment for Parkinson's Disease (PD). Research shows it may reduce PD symptoms and have a quicker onset and longer dura…

Explore how high-dose thiamine (vitamin B1) could help alleviate some Parkinson’s Disease symptoms. Thiamine is crucial for nerve function and brain energy production, and recent studies suggest that higher doses might improve motor symptoms like tremors and stiffness. Could this vitamin offer a new approach to managing Parkinson’s? Watch to learn …

In this episode (you can watch on YouTube here!), we explore the potential of Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) as a treatment to prevent the progression of Parkinson’s Disease. HBOT involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized environment, which is believed to enhance the body’s natural healing processes. But can it really slow down or even halt…

In this episode, we delve into the role of NAD (Nicotinamide Adenine Dinucleotide) and its potential in treating Parkinson’s Disease. NAD is a vital molecule involved in cellular energy production and DNA repair, but recent research suggests it may also play a crucial role in neuro-protection. How does NAD impact Parkinson’s Disease? We’ll explore:…

In this episode, we explore the potential role of Nrf2 (Nuclear factor erythroid 2–related factor 2) as an adjunct in the treatment of Parkinson’s Disease. Nrf2 is a crucial protein that regulates the expression of antioxidant proteins and protects against oxidative damage triggered by injury and inflammation. But how does it relate to Parkinson’s …

In this episode, we take a closer look at glutathione and its potential role as a supplement in the treatment of Parkinson's Disease. Glutathione or GSH is an anti-oxidant, as with several supplements we have discussed on the podcast. But how effective is Glutathione for Parkinson's patients? We discuss the research and more. Resources: https://www…

In this episode, we take a closer look at creatine and its potential role as a supplement in the treatment of Parkinson's Disease. Creatine, commonly known for its use in sports and bodybuilding, has shown promise in recent studies as a neuro-protective agent. But how effective is it for Parkinson's patients? Be sure to watch on YouTube for en enha…

In this episode (video here on YouTube), we explore the potential of Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), also known as Ubiquinone, in the treatment of Parkinson's disease symptoms. CoQ10, a naturally occurring compound found in every cell of the body, plays a crucial role in mitochondrial function and energy production. Research suggests that individuals with Pa…

In this episode (watch on YouTube here), we delve into the powerful connection between the ketogenic diet, supplements, and their role in healing sick mitochondria, as well as their potential to treat Parkinson's disease. As mentioned in the previous video, mitochondria are often referred to as the "powerhouse of the cell", responsible for producin…

*For the BEST visual experience, I highly suggest watching this podcast episode on YouTube here.* In this episode I do my best to break down and to simplify the cellular processes that result in abnormal aggregation of the protein alpha-synuclein in the nerve cells that produce #dopamine and how this leads to most of, if not all of, the problems ca…

In part 7 of the PD Medications, Purposes, and Mechanisms #miniseries we will be learning about Levodopa and Carbidopa/Levodopa as the Gold Standard medication for increasing levels of #dopamine that are needed to function and to keep movement symptoms (and non-movement systems) at bay. Here is the video version. Keep scrolling down to access the l…

In part 6 of the PD Medications, Purposes, and Mechanisms #miniseries you will learn how Dopamine Agonists help to boost the levels of #dopamine needed to manage symptoms and to function as a PwP. Keep scrolling down to access the link to the Parkinson's Foundation page about Dopamine Agonists. Join this channel to get access to member's only conte…

Part four of the PD Medications, Purposes, and Mechanisms #miniseries is here! If you have never heard of anticholinergics before then you will know them quite well after this episode. Resting #tremors are among the most debilitating symptoms of PD and these medications can possibly help with that, though you may discover some of the side effects m…

When Janet Kearns first faced the reality of Parkinson's, it wasn't just a diagnosis—it was a shadow of her mother's own struggle with the same disease. On the Parkinson's Empowerment Podcast, Janet's profound story unfolds, revealing how denial morphed into determination. Through the echoes of the past and the challenges of a global pandemic, Jane…

OK, it's time for part THREE of our PD Medications, Purposes, and Mechanisms #miniseries! In part three you will learn about Adenosine A2A Antagonists and how they can help in management of the symptoms of PD. Keep scrolling down to access the link to the Parkinson's Foundation page about Adenosine A2A Antagonists. The video version of this episode…

Val Muse is back, and her story is nothing short of empowering. When we last spoke with her, Val was navigating the early stages of Parkinson's disease, harnessing the power of the LSVT Big physical therapy program to manage her symptoms. Fast forward to today, and Val's journey has led her to the high-energy punches and uppercuts of Rock Steady Bo…

As our #miniseries continues we will be talking about MAO-B inhibitors. In part two of PD, Purposes, and Mechanisms you will discover what MAO-B inhibitors are, how the mechanisms aids in treating the symptoms of PD, and examples of various MAO-B inhibitors. You can watch the episode on YouTube HERE. Keep scrolling down to access the link to the Pa…

I love a good #miniseries! In this first installment of PD, Purposes, and Mechanisms (2.0) you will discover what COMT inhibitors are, namely what is COMT and why it needs to be inhibited. How does this help in managing and treating Parkinson's? What is an example of a COMT inhibitor? That's what this episode is all about. Keep scrolling down to ac…

In this episode I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. George Ackerman who started the movement Together for Sharon to honor his late mother Sharon Riff Ackerman, who succumbed to complications from Parkinson's Disease and Alzheimer's Disease on January 1, 2020. George is a tireless #advocate for those who suffer with PD and their families and…

I had the distinct pleasure of speaking with PwP and Certified Life Coach Mariam Bennouna. You will discover how she turned her Parkinson's diagnosis into a passion for helping others to learn to live with the disease, particularly those who have Young Onset Parkinson's Disease. Video version is here To sign up for a free consultation and to get in…

Ever wondered how a tool as simple as walking poles could transform the lives of those battling Parkinson's disease? Brace yourself for an enlightening conversation with Joy Cochran, a clinical evidence specialist for urban polling. Discover the fascinating history of urban polling and the unique features of activator poles that have become game-ch…

In our second installment of this interview, you will discover how Frank has Embraced Parkinson's disease in terms of what supplements have worked best for him, the impact of stress management on PD symptoms, his top three tips on dealing with PD, and how to access the audiobook. Frank Antonicelli is a PwP diagnosed in 2007 and has co-authored a bo…

In this first installment I sit down with PwP and author Frank Antonicelli and discuss his journey with PD diagnosis, meeting his MDS, and his life-changing experience of having DBS surgery in 2019. He has lived with PD since diagnosis in 2007 and has co-authored a book with his MDS Dr. Joe Green entitled "Embracing Parkinson's - A Personal Account…

In this episode (video version is here) you will find out the potential impact of the protein that you eat and how that can interfere with absorption of your levodopa. Also, how you time medications around meals is crucial, regardless of how much protein you consume. To read more about this topic you can reference this article at the Davis K. Phinn…

You've heard of smartwatches tracking your steps, but what about tracking Parkinson's symptoms? That's the reality with StrivePD, an incredible app developed by the team at Rune Labs. In a unique conversation, Brianna unveils how this free app, compatible with the Apple ecosystem, enables Parkinson's patients to closely monitor their symptoms, incl…

Several weeks ago I sat down with friend of the channel Ian Robertson, who is a person with PD diagnosed for the last 11 years. In part 3, we discuss more about freezing, whether or not one should disclose their PD diagnosis to others, and the "4 Ps" of practice/movement/exercise. The video version is here: https://youtu.be/4hTQM2j6pIs Please be su…

Join us on a fascinating journey with Speech Language Pathologist, Brittany Peck, as we unravel the complexities of swallowing and what people with Parkinson's may be experiencing. Brittany's expertise illuminates how the reduction of dopamine, can lead to a slow-down in the oral musculature, causing difficulties in swallowing. Yet, as we learn, th…

Several weeks ago I sat down with friend of the channel Ian Robertson, who is a person with PD diagnosed for the last 11 years. In part 2, we discuss how to improve turns while walking and performing activities of daily living (ADLs) and how Ian breaks out of freezing episodes (and what might trigger them for him). The video version is here: https:…

In this episode I sat down with friend of the channel Ian Robertson. He is a person with PD and has been on the channel in the last few months. In part 1, we discuss off times and whether or not it is a good idea to exercise when wearing off and also in training both sides of the body to move at their best. For access to the full, raw, unedited ver…

What do temperature regulation and Parkinson's Disease have in common? They are both HOT topics!! In all seriousness, temperature dysregulation can be a big problem for PwP and is no joking matter. Be sure to watch/listen to the entire episode to get practical tips on coping with this issue. Be sure to check out Comfort Linen on David's channel Lif…

On today's podcast Dr. Gillum and I discuss the gut brain connection and Parkinson's, constipation and the steps you can take to ameliorate your symptoms and the connection between diabetes and Parkinson disease. Dr. Gillim received his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine And studied internal medicine and gastroenterology at …

In this episode you will learn about PD related fatigue and possible ways to deal with this often debilitating non-motor symptom. If you want to watch the video version please click here. Join our memberships to get an even more personalized experience: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0g3abv8hkaqZbGD8y1dfYQ/join Medical Disclaimer: All informatio…

In this episode we continue conversation shared between myself and David Gebhart of the @LifewithParkinsons channel. In part 2 you will hear about David's experience with #exercise in managing Parkinson's, as well as the importance of community and his work to establish a #community on #youtube, plus the *worst* experience that he has had as a PWP …

In this episode we share a conversation between myself and David Gebhart of the @LifewithParkinsons channel. In part 1 you will hear about David's journey from brushing off symptoms that together pointing to PD to official diagnosis. He also shares his experience living with Mild Cognitive Impairment and "off times." Click here to watch the video v…

The majority of persons with PD are over the age of 65, but does that make it a disease of old age. I'll tell you what's getting long in the tooth... this myth! Listen or watch this video today to learn the actual statistics of Parkinson's and age ranges that are existing today. Here is the full-length video recording of Episode #6 of PD Myth Bust …

Medication is really important for persons with PD, but is it the only option for relief from symptoms? That's the topic of our next myth! Here is a video recording of Episode #5 of PD Myth Bust 2023 on the Parkinson's Disease Eduction YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/ci4EzVCcUB4 Please support this podcast and our endeavors by becoming a co-produ…

Apparently, some folks still believe that DBS is experimental treatment. Really?? Let's put this one to bed! Here is a video recording of Episode #4 of PD Myth Bust 2023 on the Parkinson's Disease Eduction YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/x-568zYdMTc Please support this podcast and our endeavors by becoming a co-producer of the show! Sign up as a …

Some people see Parkinson's Disease as a death sentence, but is it really? The truth is when first diagnosed, most folks don't really know what they don't know... you know? Here is a video recording of Episode #3 of PD Myth Bust 2023 on the Parkinson's Disease Eduction YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/A7X9xvZ7amY Please support this podcast and ou…

Some people believe that Parkinson's Disease is ONLY a movement disorder and does not have an impact on other body systems. Boy is that the furtherst thing from the truth. Today we continue round 2 of the PD Myth Bust series. As with last week's episode there is a video recording of Episode #2 of PD Myth Bust 2023 and that can be found here: https:…

What do you think? Do ALL persons with Parkinson's have tremors? It's round 2 of the PD Myth Bust series. This is not a repeat of last year's recordings, this is a new recording, but this time there is video to go with the audio if you would prefer that! Episode #1 of PD Myth Bust 2023 comes from our Parkinson's Disease Education Podcast on YouTube…

This week we are dicussing the Gold Standard medication for PD treatment and that is Levodopa. You can find more details here Please support this podcast and our endeavors by becoming a co-producer of the show! Sign up as a Patreon supporter here at https://www.patreon.com/pdwarriors Also, you can leave a one time tip in our virtual tip jar at: htt…

This week we are dicussing Adenosine A2A Antagonists. You can find more details here Please support this podcast and our endeavors by becoming a co-producer of the show! Sign up as a Patreon supporter here at https://www.patreon.com/pdwarriors Also, you can leave a one time tip in our virtual tip jar at: https://paypal.me/hylandptw Don't forget abo…

This week we are dicussing MAO-B Inhibitors. You can find more details here Please support this podcast and our endeavors by becoming a co-producer of the show! Sign up as a Patreon supporter here at https://www.patreon.com/pdwarriors Also, you can leave a one time tip in our virtual tip jar at: https://paypal.me/hylandptw Don't forget about our Yo…

Have you been more forgetful lately? Confused? Hallucinating?? Have you had dry mouth associated with your PD medications? It's not just YOU! This week we are discussing Anticholinergic medications. You can find more details here Please be sure to check out the Aware in Care Kit from Parkinson's Foundation. It could be a true gamechanger in the eve…

Medications shouldn't be a bitter pill to swallow. That's why we are continuing this mini series discussing Amantadine. You can find more details here Please be sure to check out the Aware in Care Kit from Parkinson's Foundation. It could be a true gamechanger in the event of a hospitalization, even an elective one. We discussed in this episode of …

Time for our first interview of 2023! Mr. Ian Robertson, a gentleman with PD, was gracious enough to have this conversation with me about his use of vision and visual focus during exercise to enhance movement when he exercises. This is an awesome concept and I was grateful to be able to discuss with him and get his permission to share with you! Ple…