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Is There Any Connection Between Sweet Consumption And Parkinson's Condition?

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Posted on Tue, 2 Sep 2014
Question: hello doctor
i am XXXXXX a 51 year old man. i am suffering from parkinson last four year.
tremor is in right hand. i use the computer for 6 to 7 hours is it harmful.
my taste buds is not working. i like to eat sweets but i am diabetic.is that true parkinson's people like to eat sweets
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
Untrue...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

Sweet consumption is not directly influenced by parkinson's condition. Therefore we cannot blame parkinson's disease here. It is prudent that you stop eating sweets and high calorie food.

Further there are no evidences to suggest working on computer for hours or parkinson's disease reduces taste sensation. It may be due to reduced water intake (dehydration) or a condition related to diabetes.

Therefore my suggestions to you are:
1. Drink plenty of fluids.
2. Take frequent breaks from work.
3. Follow your doctors instructions religiously.
4. Keep away from sweets and high calorie diet.

hope this answers your question. Let me know if you need clarifications.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Is There Any Connection Between Sweet Consumption And Parkinson's Condition?

Brief Answer: Untrue... Detailed Answer: Hi, Sweet consumption is not directly influenced by parkinson's condition. Therefore we cannot blame parkinson's disease here. It is prudent that you stop eating sweets and high calorie food. Further there are no evidences to suggest working on computer for hours or parkinson's disease reduces taste sensation. It may be due to reduced water intake (dehydration) or a condition related to diabetes. Therefore my suggestions to you are: 1. Drink plenty of fluids. 2. Take frequent breaks from work. 3. Follow your doctors instructions religiously. 4. Keep away from sweets and high calorie diet. hope this answers your question. Let me know if you need clarifications. Regards