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Old 02-28-2010, 05:32 PM
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Girija-

It may be important to realize that there are at least three groups or classifications to be considered.

1- Things we take to slow or halt progression. These do not provide feedback and are a longterm matter. We can only base these on existing research and logic.

2- Things we take in hopes of repair of existing damage. These, too, are a leap of faith although less than the first.

3- Things that lessen symptoms. Unlike the other two, these have effects that we can perceive.

In group 3, I would place the following-

The combination of Acetyl-L-Carnitine and Alpha Lipoic Acid. I can detect a measurable increase in the time that I can balance on one leg within 48 hours of starting this.

Electrolytes, particularly potassium. On a half-dozen occasions I have reversed major problems quickly. One of those was so bad that I could not stand up. Within ten minutes I was fully recovered.

While still new to me, American skullcap is shaping up to smooth out and perhaps even reduce my meds. It also seems to have a good effect on my blood pressure.
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Born in 1953, 1st symptoms and misdiagnosed as essential tremor in 1992. Dx with PD in 2000.
Currently (2011) taking 200/50 Sinemet CR 8 times a day + 10/100 Sinemet 3 times a day. Functional 90% of waking day but fragile. Failure at exercise but still trying. Constantly experimenting. Beta blocker and ACE inhibitor at present. Currently (01/2013) taking ldopa/carbadopa 200/50 CR six times a day + 10/100 form 3 times daily. Functional 90% of day. Update 04/2013: L/C 200/50 8x; Beta Blocker; ACE Inhib; Ginger; Turmeric; Creatine; Magnesium; Potassium. Doing well.
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