How to avoid Parkinson's
Instructions
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Prevention
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Take anti-inflammatory drugs. A study that was funded in part by the Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson Research and published in the October 2005 issue of "Annals of Neurology" indicated that taking 200 of ibuprofen mg daily reduced the risk for Parkison's. According to the hopeDIGEST website, Parkison's is a result of an inflammatory process, and anti-inflammatory medication may impede inflammation and curb the disease in some patients.
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Keep your cholesterol level under control. A study published in the May 2008 issue of "Neurology" reports that a high cholesterol level can trigger Parkinson's. Maintain a healthy diet and exercise regularly to keep your cholesterol level in check.
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Take supplements. Supplements are efficient in combating neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease, according to a study published in the April 18, 2006, issue of "The Annals of Pharmacotherapy." The Preventive Health Guide website states that taking the antioxidant coenzyme Q can enhance your brain health for diseases such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease. Vitamin E and fish oil supplements can also promote healthy brain activity.
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