Some really PD-savvy neuros say (and I concur) <keeping in mind that I'M not a doctor) that IF a PWP uses a sweetener, that's ok, as long as it isn't a product containing aspartame (Neutrasweet) which can exacerbate PD symptoms. Barb (here - have another scoop of chocolate ice cream) <grin> Mallut [log in to unmask] -----Original Message----- From: First & Last-Name <[log in to unmask]> To: [log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]> Date: Friday, January 28, 2000 1:09 PM Subject: Re: Sinemet >doees it havee to be reaal sugar, i.e., not diet soda? if i take too >much sugar/weiiight my glucose reading goeees up but would like quicker >respooonse and time up from sinemet. >n spires