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The Phytochemicals in Mucuna Pruriens and Their Positive Impact on Parkinson’s Disease

Mucuna pruriens, also known as velvet bean, is a leguminous plant renowned for its potent medicinal properties, particularly in the...

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At the heart of MacuDopa lies a powerful blend of Mucuna pruriens, meticulously formulated to provide you with a truly unique experience....

Understanding Pyrroloquinoline Quinone (PQQ) and Its Potential Role in Parkinson's Disease

Pyrroloquinoline quinone, or PQQ, is a naturally occurring compound found in certain foods and available as a dietary supplement. Recent...

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Elevator Pitch for MacuDopa™ Introduction: Imagine a world where Parkinson's Disease (PD) sufferers can manage their symptoms effectively...

The Relevance of Psycho-Neuro-Immunology in Understanding and Treating Parkinson's Disease

Psycho-neuro-immunology (PNI) is an interdisciplinary field that explores the interactions between psychological processes, the nervous...

The Negative Impact of Food Allergies on Parkinson's Disease

Food allergies, characterised by adverse immune responses to certain foods, can have significant health implications, particularly for...

Is Mucuna the real deal?

In the process of treating and managing Parkinson's disease, the medical community has long relied on conventional pharmaceutical...

Parkinson's Disease:A comprehensive overview for practitioners and interested readers.

Historical Context Since its initial identification by James Parkinson in 1817, Parkinson's disease has remained a significant focus in...

Dont get high on Mucuna

Be mindful of the dose you need The Mucuna pruriens in MacuDopa (HPLC standardised, practitioner grade) has emerged as a beacon of hope...

Can L-tyrosine and Macuna help my PD tremors?

Parkinson's disease is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by tremors, rigidity, and bradykinesia, among other...

Why do podcasters and scientists regurgitate the same old info all the time?

Podcasts and scientific discourse in the Parkinson's disease sphere. Boring? Podcasts and scientific discourse in the Parkinson's disease...

The Silent Threat: How oral bacteria like Gingivalis, impact on Parkinson's disease

Oral hygiene is vital in Parkinsons When we think about oral hygiene, we often focus on the health of our teeth and gums. But what if I...

Guest blog from Tim Cutcliffe - PD patient and scientist

Tim sent us this thoughtful blog Living with Parkinson's Disease (PD) presents numerous challenges for me, not least of which are the...

Thinking outside the box?

Understanding Parkinson's disease requires delving into the complex interplay of the various neurotransmitters and hormones within the...

Are you worried about dyskinesia?

PD meds so often cause movement issues Are you tired of the dyskinesia you get when you take your PD meds? Are you scared that you will...

Why is the Mucuna not working!!!!

Take heart. Mucuna will work you have a dopamine deficiency. FACT. You are unique and need to work with your body to find the correct...

Nasal and Gastric Marcons: The dangers.

While the exact cause/s of Parkinson's disease remains elusive, emerging research suggests a potential link between the microbiome,...

Serotonin's Role in Parkinson's Tremor: A New Perspective on Neurotransmitter Involvement

Parkinson's disease (PD) has long been associated with dopamine deficiency, leading to the prevailing belief that the characteristic...

How does the L-DOPA in Mucuna cross the blood brain barrier?

L-DOPA (levodopa) is a crucial therapeutic agent in the management of Parkinson's disease. One of the remarkable features of L-DOPA is...

Carnivore diet anyone?

The carnivore diet, characterised by a strict consumption of animal products while excluding plant-based foods, has gained attention as...