Parkinson’s disease warning - the 30p fruit you should be eating every day

January 8, 2019   

By Matt Atherton

“Fibre-rich foods and fluids may ease symptoms of constipation or low blood pressure.Parkinson's disease diet: Prevent the brain condition's symptoms and signs by eating more apples

PARKINSON’S disease symptoms include tremors, muscle stiffness and slow movement. You could lower your risk of the neurodegenerative brain condition’s signs by adding this fruit to your diet every day.

Apples are one of the richest dietary sources of fibre. A single apple contains between three and four grams of fibre.

Fibre is needed by the body to avoid constipation, which is a symptom of Parkinson’s disease.

Most Parkinson’s disease patients feel constipated regularly, said charity The Michael J. Fox Foundation For Parkinson’s Research.

“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.

“Eating fruits and vegetables may help keep you energised and hydrated.

Constipation is common in Parkinson's disease. Increased fluid and fibre consumption can help maintain regularity.

“Dietary sources of fibre consist of fruits [with the peel], vegetables, legumes, whole grain breads and cereals.”

Drinking sufficient amounts of water will also help to relieve some of the symptoms of Parkinson’s, it said.

Everyone should aim to drink between six and eight glasses of water in a single day.

Warm liquids, like a cup of tea, could help to stimulate bowel movements and avoid constipation - especially in the morning - it added.

https://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/1069021/parkinsons-disease-diet-symptoms-signs-brain-apple