Parkinson’s Disease: Medical and Dietary Response
MEDICAL RESPONSE
At the moment there is no medical solution to these conditions, but as in other chronic and disabling diseases, social problems are equally or more important than biological or psychological, so it is necessary that the affected in Parkinson received an aid package aimed at improving their quality of life and your family.
In order to improve the quality of life of patients of Parkinson’s and their carers, a good education is essential to learn to live and cope. It is essential to good health education, physical rehabilitation, psychological therapy and activities to prevent isolation.
DIETARY RESPONSE
Sugar and sweets have long been considered the main cause of tooth decay, but really are not solely responsible. Foods rich in complex carbohydrates (starch) are those which cause the most damage, as they adhere to teeth and form acids which remain longer in contact with enamel instead of being eliminated by the saliva.With dried fruit, rich in simple sugars, the same happens with foods rich in starch. The acidic juices such as orange, grapefruit, and others also contribute to tooth decay because their levels of acidity and high in simple sugars.
However, we must not avoid these foods, the really important thing is not to take them between meals and do not neglect our oral hygiene. Also, should not be in the bedside table drinks other than water (juice or other sweetened drinks and milk, which contains a sugar called lactose). In general, the recommendations to help prevent tooth decay are:
- Reduce the total consumption of simple sugars in the daily diet.
- Avoid eating between meals.
- Ensure a minimum contribution of fluorine (in some locations, will contribute to the fluoridation of drinking water with pharmaceutical preparations, mouthwashes or toothpastes use).
- Include adequate amounts of the following essential nutrients: calcium, phosphorus, magnesium and vitamins C and D. This is achieved performing a balanced and healthy diet.