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Hi Bruce, There's no "cookie-cutter" rule for vitamin/mineral supplements. But people with PD definitely need to be sure they're getting enough of the bone-strengthening nutrients -- calcium, magnesium, vitamin D, and vitamin K, plus the trace minerals. I often suggest that my clients take a basic, like Centrum (Centrum Silver if over age 50)--this provides adequate amounts of vitamins and most minerals. Your doctor might suggest additional calcium and magnesium supplements, amount depends on age and food intake. Some physicians are also recommending vitamin E and C for people with PD, and I think this is often a good idea, as PD is very stressful and may increase the need for antioxidants. Different physicians recommend different amounts, again, you'll need to discuss it with your own doctor. Large amounts of some nutrients are inadvisable for people with certain conditions or family history of various conditions, and your doctor will have your medical record for reference. Unless you are depleted of a nutrient, though, you won't feel any different due to use of vitamins/minerals. Best regards, Kathrynne "B. Bruce Anderson" wrote: > > can someone suggest a regimen of vitamins, minerals, etc. to take for general health and well-being? [such as E, C, B complex, zinc, garlic oil, selenium, etc.] + dosages? > I tried NADH and Q-10 last winter for energy, got nothing and gave up everything about 6 months ago. I know I shouldn't have but I just got disgusted.with the lack of response I got from those enzymes. > > Thanks! > BBA -- 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/