Bonnie, I think that you are on a wonderful program and my father is on a similiar one, but I found it necessary to have a hair analysis done with follow-up urine and blood tests, now I am sure of where my father stands on nutrient deficiencies and toxic elements, it aided me tremendously in his program. Best Wishes Linda Forrest's Mom In-reply-to: Your message dated "Wed, 26 Feb 1997 14:35:01 -0500" <[log in to unmask]> >Hello listmembers, > I had a file attached to my previous post that didn't follow thru. I am >writing now to tell my story. I am on the list mainly to gain info for my >father who was diagnosed pd 6 mo ago. I have also gained many insights for >myself & would like to sahre something with you. > I, as Ivan did, find help from antioxidents. Since I started consuming >the antioxidents & minerals, I have been able to cut back on my meds. (No, >they are not for PD, but the principle is still there). There are long range >side effects with some meds that I didn't look forward to & I am now sleeping >better at night, & am calmer & more energetic during the day. > For anyone interested, I am taking the following regimen >OPC Grapeseed extract w/ herbal bleand is a VERY powerful antioxident (found >to be 50 x greater than Vit. E & 20 x greater than Vit. C) >Essential Minerals is a blend of some 70 minerals & trace minerals. It >doesn't taste too bad either. (about like Ivan said) >Vitamin C + CoEnzyme Q10 (the CoQ10 helps my heart which likes to race) >And as for a diet aid, I use something called Slimcaps. It really reduces my >desire for food & gives me energy without giving me a high. > Yes, I do buy these at a "member price" but I consume them solely for >the benefit of my health, which I have noticed a big change in since I >started them. > As for symptoms of PD, an elderly friend who is in the later stages of >PD relies on these same products, & a few others that I have not mentioned. I >understand that Vera is not even taking her PD meds any longer as they no >longer help her while her stamina, strenght & energy has increased with these >products. That does not mean that everyone will find help - I had doubts >myself.but gave it chance.. And at my last dr. visit, he was pleased with >test results. > If anyone would like info on what I partake, you may contact me at >[log in to unmask] or Dianne (who knows Vera even better than I) can be reached >at [log in to unmask] > May the Superior Being be with each & every one of you. >Sincerely, >Bonnie