Nutrition in Parkinson's
A balanced diet is important for people with Parkinson's disease. Learn about foods that may help ease symptoms and support brain health in addition to understanding how some foods can affect the way Parkinson's medications work. The program will also address the latest information on the gut and brain connection with PD.
This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.
Speakers
Matt Beke, MS, RDN, LDN
Clinical Dietician at Fixel Center for Neurological Diseases at UF Health
Christine Cooper, MD
Movement Disorder Specialist at MUSC Health
Expert Panelists
Romaine Hanson, MS, RD
Clinical Dietician at Southeast Georgia Health System
Royce Laidler, M.A., CCC/SLP
Speech Pathologist at Southeast Georgia Health System
Hotel Information
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Contact us
Annie Long
COVID SAFETY: The health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers and staff are our top priority. We continue to monitor CDC recommendations and will adhere to state and local COVID guidelines in place on the event day. Adjustments will be made if necessary.
Upcoming Events
Moving Day Sacramento
Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.
Mindfulness Mondays - Mental Well-being
Each month, Dr. Rush invites you to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself and your Parkinson’s community through a guided mindfulness practice. Together, we’ll explore simple ways to ground the body, calm the mind, and cultivate compassion and clarity that you can carry into your week.
Care Partner Conversations
Led by care partners, these webinars will bring together spouses, partners, family members, and friends who provide care—or anyone interested in learning more about caregiving and Parkinson’s disease.