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#  Nutrition in Parkinson's 

 Castine Center at Pelican Park  
 63350 Pelican Dr.  
 Mandeville, LA 70448 

 

 March 23, 202410:00 am to 1:00 pm CDT

 

 FREE 

 

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure3.convio.net/prkorg/site/Calendar?id=112149&view=RSVP) 

 

    ![Nutrition Banner Updated](/sites/default/files/styles/no_sizing/public/images/Nutrition-Banner-940x510_Update.png?itok=DN9u8z9J)  ### Check-in and exhibitor tables open at 9 a.m. CT.

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. This program is open to people with Parkinson's, their family, friends and the community.

#### Featured Speakers:

**Rebecca Solch-Ottaiano, PhD**  
Tulane University School of Medicine

**Heather Rietschel, MCD, CCC/SLP**  
*Lakeview Hospital*

**Judy Roberts, RDN LDN**  
*Council on Aging St. Tammany (COAST)*

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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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###  [ Managing Changing Symptoms ](/events/2026/suffolk) 

 After many years of good symptom management, Parkinson's disease may become more challenging. Learn how Parkinson's symptoms may change over time and new strategies available to manage them.

 October 16, 2026Commack, NY

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=119349&view=RSVP) 

  Educational Events

###  [ Live Fitness Friday - Punch Out Parkinson's ](/events/2026/Oct16FF) 

 Join us for a live fitness class, offered once a month.

 October 16, 2026Virtual

 

 [REGISTER FOR VIRTUAL](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/Calendar?id=117629&view=RSVP) 

   Fundraising Events 

###  [ Moving Day Indianapolis ](/events/2026/md-indianapolis) 

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

 October 17, 2026Fishers, IN

 

 [REGISTER FOR IN-PERSON](https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR?fr_id=7897&pg=entry) 

  

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