Natural Options to Reverse Parkinsons Symptoms

Category: natural treatments for Parkinson’s disease

Cannabidiol CBD Offers Relief from Parkinson’s Symptoms

As my video preview below explains, studies report that Cannabidiol CBD offers relief from Parkinson’s symptoms. Annual Parkinsons Recovery surveys also report success with reversing Parkinson’s symptoms when taking CBD oil. It is one of the most frequently listed therapies reported to be useful to members of the Parkinsons Recovery audience.

CBD stands for “cannabidiol oil”. It is extracted from either the Hemp plant or the Marijuana plant. Using CBD allows the medical benefits of medical marijuana without the high that is associated with THC. CBD in itself has no psychedelic properties and is considered safe for consumption
 

Abstracts of recent CBD studies and posted at the bottom of this post. Taken together, studies find that CBD …

  • Protects dopaminergic neurons
  • Reduces neuro-inflammation and oxidative stress
  • Improves motor symptoms
  • Increases REM sleep
  • Reduces insomnia episodes
  • Enhances mood
  • Reduces fatigue
  • Reduces chronic pain
  • Helpful for stroke victims.

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Recent CBD (Cannabidiol) Research Studies

Clinical research on CBD (cannabidiol) includes studies of anxiety, cognition, movement disorders, and pain. Abstracts of recent studies are included below.

Pharmaceuticals (Basel). 2026 Feb 17;19(2):330. Cannabidiol in Neurology: Current Insights and Translational Perspectives

Abstract

Cannabidiol (CBD) is one of the most studied compounds of Cannabis sativa and has attracted significant interest due to its therapeutic and beneficial properties, which have been confirmed in numerous preclinical and clinical studies over the last few years.

A great advantage of CBD over the other widely known Cannabis sativa ingredient, ?-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), is that CBD does not exert intoxicating and psychoactive effects, making it an attractive candidate for therapeutic applications in neurological disorders.

CBD has been shown to exert antioxidant, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective effects, with therapeutic potential for various neurological conditions. To date, the only drug that consists solely of highly purified CBD is Epidiolex, which is used in the management of severe forms of epilepsy such as Dravet syndrome and Lennox-Gastaut syndrome. Another legal medication containing CBD (albeit with the addition of THC) is Sativex, used to alleviate spasticity in multiple sclerosis.

Besides epilepsy, preclinical data suggest that CBD alone may be potentially beneficial in treating chronic pain, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, or stroke.

The safety profile of CBD is generally considered favorable, as the most commonly reported adverse effects are mild (e.g., somnolence, diarrhea).

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Cannabis Cannabinoid Res. 2026 Feb;11(1):11-29. Unveiling Neurological Benefits: A Review of Hemp Leaf, Flower, Seed Oil Extract, and Their Phytochemical Properties in Neurological Disorders

Abstract

Neurological disorders such as epilepsy, Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, and multiple sclerosis present significant global health care challenges, with complex pathophysiology and limited therapeutic options that often carry substantial side effects.

Hemp-derived compounds, particularly from Cannabis sativa seeds, leaves, and flowers, have gained attention for their potential neuroprotective properties. This review aims to synthesize the current evidence surrounding the therapeutic benefits of hemp-derived compounds, focusing on their bioactive phytochemical profiles, mechanisms of action, and therapeutic efficacy in treating neurological disorders.

A comprehensive review of pre-clinical and clinical studies was conducted, analyzing the phytochemical composition of hemp extracts, including cannabinoids (such as cannabidiol, CBD), terpenes, flavonoids, and polyunsaturated fatty acids. We explored their mechanisms of action through interactions with the endocannabinoid system, neurotransmitter receptors, inflammatory pathways, and oxidative stress mechanisms.

The review highlights the therapeutic potential of hemp-derived extracts in mitigating various neurological conditions. Pre-clinical and clinical studies have demonstrated their efficacy in reducing seizure frequency in epilepsy, protecting dopaminergic neurons in Parkinson’s disease, alleviating neuroinflammation and oxidative stress in Alzheimer’s disease, and promoting remyelination in multiple sclerosis.

The entourage effect, where cannabinoids, terpenes, and flavonoids work synergistically, enhances these therapeutic effects. Innovations in extraction technologies have optimized yield and preserved bioactivity, further enhancing clinical relevance.

Hemp-derived compounds exhibit significant neuroprotective and therapeutic potential for managing neurological disorders.

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J Clin Sleep Med. 2025 Jan 1;21(1):69-80. Effects of a cannabidiol/terpene formulation on sleep in individuals with insomnia: a double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized, crossover study

Abstract

Study objectives: Cannabidiol (CBD) is increasingly used as a health supplement, though few clinical studies have demonstrated benefits. The primary objective of this study was to evaluate the effects of an oral CBD-terpene formulation on sleep physiology in individuals with insomnia.

Methods: In this double-blind, placebo-controlled, randomized clinical trial, 125 individuals with insomnia received an oral administration of CBD (300 mg) and terpenes (1 mg each of linalool, myrcene, phytol, limonene, ?-terpinene, ?-terpineol, ?-pinene, and ?-caryophyllene) for ? 4 days/wk over 4 weeks using a crossover design. The study medication was devoid of ?9-tetrahydrocannabinol. The primary outcome measure was the percentage of time participants spent in the combination of slow-wave sleep (SWS) and rapid eye movement (REM) sleep stages, as measured by a wrist-worn sleep-tracking device.

Results: This CBD-terpene regimen marginally increased the mean nightly percentage of time participants spent in SWS + REM sleep compared to the placebo (mean [standard error], 1.3% [0.60%]; 95% confidence interval, 0.1-2.5%; P = .03).

More robust increases were observed in participants with low baseline SWS + REM sleep, as well as in day sleepers. For select participants, the increase in SWS + REM sleep averaged as much as 48 minutes/night over a 4-week treatment period. This treatment had no effect on total sleep time, resting heart rate, or heart rate variability, and no adverse events were reported.

Conclusions: Select CBD-terpene ratios may increase SWS + REM sleep in some individuals with insomnia and may have the potential to provide a safe and efficacious alternative to over-the-counter sleep aids and commonly prescribed sleep medications.

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J Obstet Gynaecol Can. 2025 Jul;47(7):102839. Cannabidiol Use and Perceptions of Effectiveness in Women With Chronic Pelvic Pain

Abstract

Objectives: To investigate cannabidiol (CBD) use in women with chronic pelvic pain and nociplastic pain, as represented by a diagnosis of fibromyalgia, including impact on pain and associated symptoms, substitutions for other medications, and side effects.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional study using data derived from an online survey distributed through the National Fibromyalgia Association between April and May of 2020. This secondary analysis was limited to participants with concurrent chronic pelvic pain diagnoses. Participants were asked about their history of CBD use and sub-grouped by use patterns.

Results: Of 1382 included participants, 501 (36.3%) were in the “Never Use” group, 404 (29.2%) were in the “Past Use” but not “Current Use” group and 477 (34.5%) were in the “Current Use” group. Of 477 participants in the “Current Use” group, 80.9% (n = 386) reported pain improvement. The most common indications for current CBD use were pain, insomnia, and anxiety. Participants who reported pain improvement were more likely to report improved sleep (P < 0.001), anxiety (P < 0.001), depression (P = 0.001), fatigue (P < 0.001), overall health (P < 0.001), and substitution of CBD for at least 1 other medication (P = 0.003) than those who reported no pain improvement. About half of the participants reported side effects, most of which were minor with the most common being drowsiness (n = 138, 29%).

Conclusions: Two-thirds of participants with concurrent chronic pelvic pain and fibromyalgia have used CBD. Improved pain with CBD use correlated with improvement in other symptom domains, such as sleep, mood, fatigue, and overall health. A large proportion of those using CBD reported substituting it for higher-risk medications.

Cannabis Cannabinoid Res. 2023 Oct;8(5):716-730.Cannabinoids in Treating Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms: A Systematic Review of Clinical Studies


Abstract

Background: Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a serious neurodegenerative condition impacting many individuals worldwide. There is a need for new non-invasive treatments of PD. Cannabinoids in the form of cannabidiol (CBD) and delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) may offer utility as treatment, and our objective was hence to conduct a systematic review regarding the clinical evidence for the efficacy and safety of cannabinoids in treating PD.

Methods: Screening, data extraction, and quality assessments were all conducted by multiple reviewers, with discrepancies resolved by consensus.

Results: After conducting searches in 4 different databases, 673 articles were screened. Thirteen articles were deemed eligible for inclusion in this review. It was shown that cannabis, CBD, and nabilone (a synthetic form of THC) were capable of consistently improving motor symptoms more than a placebo. All treatments improved various non-motor symptoms, particularly with cannabis improving pain intensity, and CBD improving psychiatric symptoms in a dose-dependent manner. Adverse effects were usually minor, and, in the case of CBD, rare (except at very high doses).

Conclusion: Cannabinoids have been shown to safely offer important potential in treating motor symptoms in PD and some non-motor symptoms.

Robert Rodgers PhD
Founder 2004
Parkinsons Recovery ®
https://www.parkinsonsrecovery.com
robert@parkinsonsrecovery.com

Little Known Natural Therapies to Reverse Parkinson’s Symptoms

Dozens and dozens of natural therapies have been discovered that help reverse symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. I want you to know about several little known therapies in particular.

 

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P.S. I was surprised to see some of the therapies reported on the survey to have been helpful. I suspect you will too.

Robert Rodgers, Ph.D.
robert@parkinsonsrecovery.com
Olympia, Washington
877-526-4646

Natural Therapies for Parkinson’s Disease

Since 2004 I have been documenting natural therapies for Parkinson’s disease that offer relief from Parkinsons symptoms. These discoveries have inspired the following conclusions:

  • Dozens of natural therapies are effective in reversing Parkinsons symptoms
  • No therapy helps everyone.

This week I administered a survey asking members of my global audience to report what natural therapies offer relief from their symptoms. Results re-confirmed my conclusions:

  • There are a surprising number of natural therapies that offer relief.
  • No therapy helps everyone.
  • Everyone discovers a unique set of therapies that work for them.

One respondent from Australia reported they had not tried any natural therapies. Is this also the case for you?

May the following summary of responses serve as an inspiration to try one or more of the natural therapies reported in this Parkinsons Recovery Survey.

Responses to the Parkinsons Recovery September 2019 survey are reported next. Informational resources that relate to the therapies reported to have been helpful are also included in this post.

Listing of Natural Therapies for Parkinsons Disease

Respondents were asked to list natural therapies that helped them experience relief from symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. What follows is an unedited listing of responses that were received. My analysis of responses is provided in the following clip.

 

Report from Germany: Photobiomodulation (vielight neuro gamm and x-plus), medical mushrooms (neuromykon of dr myko san, zagreb, croatia)

Report from Arizona: Herbal supplements, Emotion Code therapy

Report from New York: High dose vitamin B1 (thiamin hcl)

Report from Nevada: Mucuna. lithium orotate

Report from Italy: Cold water on hands

Report from Switzerland: Ayurveda

Report from Luxembourg: Turmeric

Report from Oklahoma: CBD OIL

Report from Alberta Canada: reflexology, coconut oil, drinking water, fellowship & interaction with others, distractions, meaningful work, spiritual time with God.

Report from Montana: neck decompression (PD bend)

Report from North Carolina: Eating nuts, all varieties, fava beans and tincture, exercise, good fresh organic fruits and veggies

Report from India: Diet , Vit b12, Vit D, exercise, yoga and meditation

Report from Australia: Bowen therapy, Castor oil packs to the abdomen, sunbaths, trans dermal magnesium, THC & THCA, mucuna puriens 98% Ldopa

Report from Virginia: exercise

Report from California: take control of your own recovery, avoid stressful situations and stressful people, adequate sleep, gentle exercise (stretching), stay active (keep moving) in your daily life, ketogenic diet (low carb, no grain, no dairy, no sugars), inclined bed therapy

Report from Minnesota: Arogalife supplements

Report from Ontario Canada: Theracycle

Report from Michigan: Manitol

Report from Quebec Canada: dancing with a smile, also gluten and dairy free, osteopathic

Report from Pennsylvania: B1

Report from United Kingdom: transcendental meditation, cranial sacral

Report from Oklahoma: CBD OIL

Report from California: Exercise

Report from United Kingdom: Cats Claw tincture

Report from California: Parkinson’s Recovery

Report from Australia: Qi Gong, Mucuna Puriens

Report from California: Wisdom healing Qigong

Report from Virginia: Fava beans and tincture, variety of nuts daily, okra, papaya, black cumin seed oil, exercise , sunshine

Report from Minnesota: Passion Flower

United States: Balance class for seniors -deep breathing- to help relax.-.

Texas: Prayer, GABA 250 mg., Qigong, yoga corpse pose, Tai Chi, cranial sacral massage, aloe vera juice, grounding feet

Report from Luxembourg: turmeric green tea

Report from Colorado: Syncolein.com

Report from California: Exercise, especially intense exercise, daily

Report from Michigan: Adherence to 7 dimensions of wellness

Report from California: Neurofeedback

Report from Michigan: fightingparkinsonsdrugfree.com has helped a lot

Report from Hawaii: Exercise daily, i.e. walking, yoga, body weight movements etc.

Report from Australia: Qigong

Report from United States: Mucuna Puriens powder, Homeopathic calming pills, enough rest, sleep

Report from Colorado: I am following the Hinz protocol (amino acids and extract of the velvet bean plant) with great success.

Report from California: PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Therapy)

Report from Israel: Tai Chi, LDN, Rhodiola, low fat diet (almost vegan)

Report from United Kingdom: Exercise, vitamin B1 protocol, meditation

Report from Pennsylvania: supplements

Report from Pennsylvania: Meditation and yoga

Report from Minnesota: exercise

Report from Vermont: visualizing my brain and gut cells communicating instantaneously.

Report from Washington: Glutathione IV and intranasal

Report from Florida: Medical marijuana, both oils and smoking.

Report from Massachusetts: meditation and exercise, especially swimming and yoga

Report from India: i take dry coconut with turmeric and black pepper i feel this is giving me some help

Report from Vancouver Canada: Deep brain stimulator surgery

Report from Quebec Canada: swimming is a big help as well as yoga and pture

Report from California:

  • Parkinsons Recovery Web site-without doubt!! Hugely important keeping me on track with having positive attitude
  • Exercise-especially for my legs and feet
  • Eating healthy = NO SUGAR
  • Mars Venus brand Amino acid liquid shake to get protein between medication ingestions (I am on 25/100 carbidopa/levodopa)
  • Aquas to  increase water absorption
  • Guided meditations daily.
  • Vielight neuro. This seems to loosen deep congestion in my upper head. The X seems too strong _ at least for now.
  • Being around special friend(s) who support me. Personally I do best with one or 2 at a time
  • LOTS of rest

Robert Rodgers PhD
Parkinsons Recovery
https://www.parkinsonsrecovery.com
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
https://www.parkinsonsdisease.me
Olympia Washington
877-526-4646