Renee,
I've noticed a definite adverse effect between levadopa and animal
protein. I find the most benefit from sinemet when I take it at least 2-3
hours after eating. At the other end of the range, I wait 30-60 minutes
after taking sinemet before I eat again. I consider myself an involuntary
vegetarian, because tofu and other plant proteins don't give me as much
trouble. My current goal is to eat a ratio of 7:1 carbohydrates to
protein. I read somewhere that the amino acids from protein compete with
levadopa for the pathways to the brain - and proteins dominate.
Since there is such a variety of responses among pwp to all these
issues, please consider the above a report of my experience - which may or
not resemble your pwp's.
For recipes, one of my favorites iss the Moosewood Restaurant
cookbook. The Vegetarian Times is a good periodical. Let me know if you
need more references.
Regards, Geo 57 (dx54)
Ms S
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My name is Renee, and This is my first time posting here... I am a
caregiver for a woman with Parkinson's and want to start limiting her
protein to se if that will help her medications work better, does anyone
know a good site to find low fat, low suga,r low protein recipies, or do
I just start concocting pasta and veggie meals more often... thanks for
the help... Renee
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