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How a Tiny Dose of Carbidopa Can Boost the Effect of MacuDopa Day
Carbidopa? If you’re taking MacuDopa to manage Parkinson’s symptoms, you may have heard about combining it with a very low dose of...


Supporting Parkinson’s Management with MacuDopa, MultiDopa, and SomniDopa
Our complete PD bundle: MacuDopa Day & Night, MultiDopa and SomniDopa Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) involves managing both motor...


3 Simple tips to optimise nutrition in Parkinson's
Here are three evidence-based tips to enhance nutrition for individuals with Parkinson’s disease, focusing on common challenges and...


Why You Should Avoid a Big Protein Meal with MacuDopa
If you're taking MacuDopa (a natural levodopa supplement derived from Mucuna pruriens ), it's important to time your protein intake...


The Best Exercise for Parkinson’s Disease: Keep It Simple, Keep It Strong
The Best Exercise for Parkinson’s Disease: Keep It Simple, Keep It Strong When it comes to managing Parkinson’s Disease (PD), exercise...


The Promising Role of Curcumin in Parkinson's Disease: A Natural Approach
In the realm of alternative medicine, curcumin, the active compound found in turmeric, has garnered significant attention for its...


Using MacuDopa as a Top-Up between meds
Using MacuDopa as a Top-Up for Parkinson’s Disease Symptom Management For individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease (PD), maintaining a...


MacuDopa: Supporting Dopamine Health in Young Adults Affected by Gaming and Social Media
The excessive use of gaming and social media is increasingly linked to negative effects on brain health, particularly within dopamine...


MacuDopa: A Natural Approach to ADHD Support?
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurodevelopmental condition characterised by symptoms of inattention,...


Why do some PD patients have such bad dyskinesia?
Prominent dyskinesia (involuntary, erratic, and often writhing movements) is an iatrogenic condition, meaning it is a side effect caused...


Vitamin D: The Missing Link in PD Management?
Recent studies reveal that low levels of vitamin D are associated with motor fluctuations and increased dyskinesias in Parkinson’s...


Role of Lecithin in Parkinson’s Disease (PD) Treatment
Lecithin, a natural phospholipid primarily composed of phosphatidylcholine, plays a significant role in cellular function and has been...


The Gut-Brain Axis/PD
Microbiome and Pathogen Connections to Parkinson’s Disease Recent research highlights the potential role of the gut-brain axis and...


Understanding Delayed-Release Mechanisms: A Game-Changer for Parkinson’s Disease Management at NIGHT
For individuals living with Parkinson’s Disease (PD), managing symptoms such as tremors, rigidity, and motor complications can be...


The Potential for Carbidopa to Cause Dyskinesia in Parkinson's Disease:
Carbidopa, a mainstay in Parkinson's Disease (PD) treatment, has revolutionised the way levodopa is administered by significantly...


The Power of Phytochemicals in the Whole Mucuna Plant: Why MacuDopa Stands Above the Rest
The fight against Parkinson’s Disease (PD) requires more than just addressing the loss of dopamine in the brain. True therapeutic success...


The Power of Seeds: Why MacuDopa Utilises Mucuna Pruriens Seed
When it comes to supporting neurological health, particularly for Parkinson’s disease, not all sources of levodopa are created equal. At...


Exploring Natural Decarboxylase Inhibitors (carbidopa-like): A Gentle Alternative
In the search for natural ways to manage levodopa metabolism, interest has grown in natural compounds that might act as decarboxylase...


Do you need carbidopa with MacuDopa?
MacuDopa is designed to provide the natural benefits of Mucuna pruriens , a rich source of levodopa (L-dopa), which the body converts...


Blog: Mucuna Pruriens: A Natural Ally Against Parkinson’s Disease
Mucuna pruriens, commonly known as velvet bean, is emerging as a promising natural therapeutic for managing this complex condition. The...
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