The data confirm it: farmers are more prone to Parkinson's than the general population. And pesticides could be to blame. Over a decade of evidence shows a clear association between pesticide exposure and a higher risk for the second most common neurodegenerative disease, after Alzheimer's. read more
Actually, there is a major connection between the pesticides and Parkinson’s disease (PD). Numerous studies have shown that there is a clear higher risk of PD if a person is exposed to pesticides. PD is the second most common neurological disease, first is Alzheimer’s. read more
While Parkinson's is a complex disease, research has progressed a great deal in recent years. Halting the progression of PD, restoring lost function, and even preventing the disease are now considered realistic goals. The Healthy Geezer column publishes each Wednesday on LiveScience. read more
Vitamin D: There is a correlation between insufficient levels of vitamin D and the development of early Parkinson's disease. It used to be thought that vitamin D deficiency is a symptom of Parkinson's, but recent research squarely implicated vitamin D deficiency as one of the causes of Parkinson's. 10 The best way to optimize your vitamin D level is through appropriate midday sun exposure, being careful not to burn. read more