^^^^^^WARM GREETINGS FROM^^^^^^^^^^ Ivan Suzman 48/10 [log in to unmask] Portland, Maine land of lighthouses 15 deg. F frigid wind-chill *********************************************************** Hello All, I need SUGAR, sugary beverages, or fruit juices to propel my PD medications into action. Without sugar, my slow movements, dystonia and off-periods continue to be troublesome. Drinking water does NOT cause my meds. to kick in consistently. Barb Mallut just commented on Nutrasweet and sugar. Are other PWP's finding that sweets or sugary drinks are ESSENTIAL? Ivan Suzman Portland, Maine 48/10