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Constipation affects many people with Parkinson’s disease and may be a very early symptom of the disease, sometimes beginning even before motor symptoms appear.

PD slows the muscle movements of the gut, leading to constipation. Decreased fluid intake, poor dietary habits, decreased exercise, and medication side effects can all exacerbate the problem.

Click here to read more about the best treatment approach is to prevent constipation using diet and lifestyle changes
Have you ever wondered if there are medicinal plants, supplements, or herbal remedies worth trying for your Parkinson’s disease (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 is back by popular demand as our guest on the next Dr. Gilbert Hosts. She will provide her expert advice on herbal remedies and supplements for PD. She will be answering your questions live during our broadcast on January 24 at 1 PM EST. We hope to see you then!
What is a disease staging system?

A disease staging system is a framework used to describe the progression or severity of a particular medical condition. A staging system creates a standardized way of classifying the extent of the disease, which helps healthcare professionals communicate effectively about a patient’s condition, make treatment decisions, and predict prognosis.

Click here to read more about the standard staging scales that have been in use for decades, as well as a newer staging system that is being proposed.
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