## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Parkinson's Today Blog](/resources-support/blog) ## Breadcrumb - [Home](/) - [Resources & Support](/resources-support) - [Parkinson's Today Blog](/resources-support/blog) Tips for Daily Living # Listen to Our Top 10 Podcast Episodes Now Nov 05, 2018 ![Man on a walk looking at his phone with headphones on](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Podcast.jpg?itok=gIBrupii) Our podcast, [***Substantial Matters: Life and Science of Parkinson’s***](/resources-support/online-education/podcast "Podcast: Substantial Matters"), features more than 35 episodes about the latest PD treatments, research and therapies that help make life better for people with Parkinson’s. Catch up with our 10 most popular episodes: ### 1. How to Manage Parkinson’s “Off” Time Parkinson’s symptoms can get better and worse throughout the day. These so-called “on-off” fluctuations (or motor fluctuations) and [**dyskinesias**](/understanding-parkinsons/movement-symptoms/dyskinesia "Dyskinesia") can be troubling, but a [**movement disorder specialist**](/blog/awareness/disparities "Tackling Disparities in PD Care: A Movement Disorder Specialist’s Story") can help. Find out what causes these changes and how your doctor can help you manage them. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/5 "Episode 5: How to Manage Parkinson’s “Off” Time") ### 2. The Benefits of Exercise for People with Parkinson’s Regular [**exercise**](/living-with-parkinsons/treatment/exercise "Exercise") is essential for people with Parkinson's. This podcast describes what is known about exercise and PD and what is being researched, as well as tips on overcoming exercise barriers. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/3 "Episode 3: The Benefits of Exercise for People with Parkinson's") ### 3. Early Warning Signs of Parkinson’s In the debut episode of *Substantial Matters*, Parkinson’s Foundation national medical director Michael S. Okun, MD, talks about the [**early signs**](/understanding-parkinsons/10-early-signs "10 Early Signs") of Parkinson's and gives advice on what to do following a diagnosis. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/1 "Episode 1: Early Warning Signs of Parkinson's") ### 4. The Importance of Good Nutrition for People with Parkinson’s [**Nutrition**](/living-with-parkinsons/management/diet-nutrition "Diet & Nutrition") plays an integral role when it comes to good Parkinson's care. Find out which PD symptoms are impacted by [**diet**](/living-with-parkinsons/management/diet-nutrition "Diet & Nutrition"), how to optimize the effects of medication and how to get adequate nutrition. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/4 "Episode 4: The Importance of Good Nutrition for People with Parkinson’s") ### 5. The Keys to Driving with Parkinson’s Age, along with Parkinson’s, can affect critical [**driving**](/living-with-parkinsons/management/activities-daily-living/driving "Driving") skills. However, giving up the keys is an emotionally charged issue. This podcast examines DriveWise, a program that involves a multidisciplinary team of health professionals who assess the skills and mental abilities needed to drive safely. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/9 "Episode 9: The Keys to Driving with Parkinson’s") ### 6. New Levodopa Delivery Methods for Parkinson’s While [**levodopa**](/living-with-parkinsons/treatment/prescription-medications/levodopa "Levodopa") is the most effective treatment for Parkinson’s, some people experience “off” periods or dyskinesias. Learn about the new delivery methods that promise to help. Learn about levodopa infusions, skin patches and long-release pills that are in development. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/6 "Episode 6: New Levodopa Delivery Methods for Parkinson’s") ### 7. Genetics as a Guide to Neuroprotection in Parkinson’s Disease For decades medication has been used to control PD symptoms, but researchers have yet to find a way to protect neurons (brain cells) to slow down or stop disease progression. Learn how modern [**genetics**](/library/fact-sheets/genetics "Genetics") can be a guide to developing new drugs. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/7 "Episode 7: Genetics as a Guide to Neuroprotection in Parkinson’s Disease") ### 8. Young-Onset Parkinson’s 101 A diagnosis of [**young-onset Parkinson’s disease**](/understanding-parkinsons/what-is-parkinsons/young-onset-parkinsons "Young-Onset Parkinson's") brings special challenges. For instance, deciding [**when to disclose the diagnosis**](/understanding-parkinsons/getting-diagnosed "Getting Diagnosed") at work and [**to children**](/library/fact-sheets/children-teens "Parkinson's and Your Children/Teenagers") can be difficult while you are still coping with the news. Learn techniques for dealing with these challenges. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/10 "Episode 10: Young-Onset Parkinson’s 101") ### 9. Medical Marijuana: Going Green for PD? More people are exploring [**medical marijuana**](/living-with-parkinsons/treatment/medical-marijuana "Medical Marijuana"), also called cannabis, to help treat various chronic health conditions, including Parkinson’s. However, much is still unknown about its use for medical purposes. Learn the latest developments in this podcast. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/26 "Episode 26: Medical Marijuana: Going Green for PD?") ### 10. Autonomic Problems To avoid embarrassment, people with PD often avoid telling their physicians about PD-related [**urinary symptoms**](/library/fact-sheets/urinary-problems "Urinary Problems in Parkinson's Disease"), [**sleep disturbances**](/understanding-parkinsons/non-movement-symptoms "Non-Movement Symptoms"), [**sexual and intimacy matters**](/living-with-parkinsons/management/sexual-health "Sexual Health") and many other issues. This podcast focuses on these topics and how some can have easy solutions. **→** [**Listen Now**](/library/podcast/28 "Episode 28: Autonomic Problems") [**Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode**](/resources-support/online-education/podcast "Podcast: Substantial Matters") ## Related Blog Posts ![A couple walking through the airport with their bags](/sites/default/files/styles/500x360/public/images/traveling-tips-blog.jpg?h=691902eb&itok=ccrNj1D3) Tips for Daily Living ### [ 8 Tips for Traveling with Parkinson’s ](/blog/tips/traveling-tips) READ NOW ![wrapped up present](/sites/default/files/styles/500x360/public/images/16pdfriendlygifts-blog.png?h=c91dea55&itok=ntCHxEgy) Tips for Daily Living ### [ 20 Parkinson’s-Friendly Gifts ](/blog/tips/pd-gifts) READ NOW ![Younger woman helping older woman decorate Christmas tree.](/sites/default/files/styles/500x360/public/images/HolidayGuideParkinsons.png?h=9105c3fe&itok=1lEd54Y7) Tips for Daily Living ### [ Your Guide to the Holidays with Parkinson’s ](/blogs/tips/parkinsons-holiday-guide) READ NOW [VIEW ALL BLOGS](/resources-support/blog) ### Subscribe for the latest news - Share on Facebook - Share on X - Share on LinkedIn