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#  Nutrition in Parkinson's 

 Piedmont Oconee Health Campus  
 1305 Jennings Mill Road  
 Watkinsville, GA 30677 

 

 January 17, 202412:30 pm to 2:30 pm EST

 

 FREE 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=112429&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Nutrition Banner Updated](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Nutrition-Banner-940x510_Update.png?itok=DN9u8z9J)  ### Check-in, lunch and exhibitor tables open at 12 p.m. ET.

A balanced diet is important for people with Parkinson's disease. Learn about food that may help ease symptoms and support brain health in addition to understanding how some foods can affect the way Parkinson's medications work. This program will also address the latest information on the gut and brain connection with PD.

There is no charge to attend, but registration is required. Lunch will be served. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.

### Featured Speaker

Carolee Horner  
Functional Nutritionist

*This program is hosted by the Parkinson's Sisters Support Group in partnership with the Parkinson's Foundation Georgia Chapter.*

  ##   Contact Us  

 Annie Long

 

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 Georgia@Parkinson.org

 

 

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 (770) 450-0792

 

 

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 *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 

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###  [ Building Your Parkinson’s Toolbox ](/events/2026/Froedtert2026) 

 This educational program will offer practical information and strategies to support everyday health and well-being, for those affected by Parkinson’s.

 September 11, 2026Virtual &amp; Waukesha, WI

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119291&view=RSVP) 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119290&view=RSVP) 

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###  [ Moving Day Memphis ](/events/2026/md-memphis) 

 Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

 September 12, 2026Memphis , TN

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR/MovingDayEvent/General?pg=entry&fr_id=7826) 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ Community Walk Colorado Springs ](/events/2026/mdcw-colorado-springs) 

 Moving Day is your chance to speak up about Parkinson’s disease and move others to take action.

 September 12, 2026Colorado Springs, CO

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7696&pg=entry) 

  

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