Parkinson’s disease - £1 snack could reduce symptoms of brain condition

By Matt Atherton      July 23, 2018

PARKINSON’S disease symptoms include slow movement, tremors, and muscle stiffness. Adding this £1 snack to patients’ diets could help to reduce signs of the brain condition, and slow down its progression.

Brazil nuts (Raw)

Parkinson’s disease affects about 127,000 people in the UK, according to the NHS.

It’s caused by parts of the brain becoming progressively damaged over a number of years.

Parkinson’s disease symptoms could be eased by making some dietary changes, it’s been claimed.

Eating more Brazil nuts could help to relieve some signs of the brain condition, said charity The Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinson’s Research.

Brazil nuts are rich in antioxidants, which reduces the number of free radicals, and could subsequently be beneficial for patients.

Parkinson’s disease: Reduce symptoms with these nuts in diet 

“No singular diet can treat Parkinson's disease or its symptoms, but a healthy and balanced diet can improve general well-being,” said the charity.

“Antioxidants are one of those ‘good for you’ things you hear about all the time.

“They're molecules that clear out free radicals - toxic substances formed from stresses like air pollution, sunlight, cigarette smoke and even the process of converting food to energy.

“Oxidative stress is a biological condition caused by too many free radicals.

“It's associated with ageing and Parkinson's disease, so a diet high in antioxidants may offset oxidative stress and cellular damage.”

Parkinson's disease: Reduce symptoms of the brain condition with these nuts in your diet (Image: GETTY Images)

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