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Dear Kathrynne & Janice, Joy here from Perth (Australia). I would also like to know where and how Beth is doing? If she's reading this, how about a message? Best wishes JOY & Bob Graham >Hi Kathrynne, > I am Janice and I was wondering if you have heard from Beth lately. >She stayed with me for a week and a half and has been writing at times. I >have not heard from her for some time now and would like to know if you >have. The last time I heard from her was when she saw you. Janice >----- Original Message ----- >From: Kathrynne Holden, MS,RD <[log in to unmask]> >To: <[log in to unmask]> >Sent: Saturday, October 09, 1999 9:15 AM >Subject: Re: new diagnosis > > >> Dear Sherilyn, >> I'm very glad to hear that you like your new neuro -- I think that's one >> of the most important parts of any treatment. >> >> Regarding nutrition, it may depend somewhat on the symptoms you have and >> the medications you are using. If you experience orthostatic hypotension >> (drop in blood pressure) your doctor may prescribe a medication to >> counteract this, and/or advise you to increase sodium and fluids to >> increase your blood volume. If constipation is present, plenty of fiber >> will be important, because fiber not only helps keep the stool soft and >> bulky, it also protects against colorectal cancer, and exercises and >> strengthens the muscles of the colon. >> >> Please keep us updated on your progress, everyone is here for you, and >> will help as we are able. >> >> My very best regards, >> Kathrynne >> >> Sherilyn Sherry wrote: >> > >> > Went to a new neuro. Liked him a lot but did not like dianosis: >Shy-Drager ! whee do i go from here? >> > >> > Kathrynne, Any nutritional advice? >> >> -- >> Kathrynne Holden, MS, RD >> Medical nutrition therapy >> Author: "Eat well, stay well with Parkinson's disease" >> "Parkinson's disease: assessing and managing unique nutrition needs" >> http://www.nutritionucanlivewith.com/ >>