Natural Options that Reverse Symptoms

Category: Parkinsons Disease Information (Page 1 of 14)

Access 20 years of research focused on identifying natural approaches, therapies and treatments that offer the opportunity to celebrate relief from the symptoms associated with a diagnosis of Parkinsons disease.

High-Dose Thiamine: A Novel, Promising Therapy for Parkinson’s disease

Parkinsons Recovery is dedicated to identifying promising new therapies that offer the promise of reversing symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. One such
therapy, High-Dose Thiamine,  was discussed on Parkinsons Recovery Radio during an interview with Italian neurologist Antonio Constantini MD.  He prescribed High Dose Thiamine as a treatment for his Parkinson’s patients with good success. Click on the pointer to hear the replay.

Parkinsons disease is a systemic disease with motor and non-motor deficits. In July 2011, Dr. Costantini treated a 47-year-old man affected by spinocerebellar ataxia type 2 (SCA2). In this patient, fatigue as well as motor symptoms improved after parenteral high doses of thiamine (also this was our proprietary research).

He formulated the hypothesis that in some inherited and degenerative diseases of the nervous system, the pathogenesis of the symptoms could be linked to a focal thiamine deficiency due to a dysfunction of the circulation of thiamine in the intracellular space or to structural enzymatic abnormalities. He speculated this dysfunction could be responsive to high-dose thiamine. Parkinson’s disease has also been related to mutations associated with SCA2. Applying the same approach to patients with Parkinson’s symptoms the observed results were nothing short of startling and never previously described in literature.

Links: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwsHIcP_h6QVWwd4uRg-HDQ?view_as=subscriber

Robert Rodgers PhD
Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
https://www.parkinsonsdisease.me

Origin of Parkinson’s

It is now well known that there are a multitude of factors that contribute to the symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. The important questions turns on what is the origin of Parkinson’s disease?

You have likely not heard my answer to this question. At the core resides the real issue at play: The natural life cycle that sustains life is inactive. Instead of flopping back and forth from being expansive and contractive, the state of expansion is s a permanent setting in our energetic “thermostat.”  We are on the go constantly without stopping to smell the flowers or enjoy the sweat morsels of the natural world.

We do not function like the ocean waves and tides which shift in and out continuously. Theorigin of Parkinson's waves flow in and out continuously. Tides gradually shift the waters closer to shore, then more distant from shores.

The root cause of symptoms rarely originates where logic would dictate. Do tremors and other Parkinson’s symptoms originate in the brain? Certainly most people and medical professionals hold this belief. That is why doctors prescribe medications that infuse the body with l-dopa. It is assumed cells in the mid brain are not producing enough dopamine. 

Recent research demonstrates that tremors and other neurological challenges do not necessarily reside in the brain itself. Their origin is the digestive system.

Although this research is relatively recent, a causal inspection of meridians that are the pathways of energy keeping us alive clearly show many connections between the stomach, small intestine and gall bladder to the brain. Problems with the digestive system will clearly have a direct impact on brain function. 

Step back and consider the life cycle of the digestive system. It expands when we eat.  It contracts after food has been digested. Our digestive system does not function continuously.

Our personal life style needs to be in sync the natural course of expanding and contracting. 

The root cause of Parkinson’s symptoms is that the life cycle needed to sustain health has been truncated. The expansion phase is permanently set with little flexibility. The need is to assert control over everything and everybody without allowing the ebb and flow of life to exist. When we cannot chill out and relax, the primary functions of the body wear out just as gears in a motor eventually grind down. 

What is the bottom line? First, get serious about healing your digestive system. Second, get into the flow of life. Enjoy expansions. Welcome contractions. 

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

YerbaMate Tea Protects Against Developing Parkinsons

An abstract of a study included in this post presents evidence that drinking YerbaMate tea protects against developing Parkinsons. Why might this result be found?

  • Yerba mate tea contains xanthines, such as caffeine and theobromine. These are adenosine receptor antagonists. The tea blocks these receptors which helps protect dopamine-producing neurons.
  • Yerba mate is rich in antioxidants which combat oxidative stress. This is known to be a factor associated with Parkinsons.
  • Theobromine and chlorogenic acid, two components found in yerbamate tea, have demonstrated neuro-protective properties in lab studies. 

Any teas (and there are many) which are known to have anti-oxidant properties will be beneficial when it comes to averting the symptoms of Parkinsons. Note that this study examines the history of tea drinking over a long period of time and looks at whether there is a probability of developing Parkinsons at a later time.

While the study finds YerbaMate Tea Protects Against Developing Parkinsons, this does not suggest that persons who currently experience symptoms of Parkinsons will necessarily celebrate a reduction in symptoms if they regularly drink Yerbamate Tea. There is certainly no evidence that this would prove harmful and may well offer benefits on some level.

Clin Neuropharmacol. 2022 Jul-Aug;45(4):79-83.
Yerbamate Tea Consumption: A Protective Factor in Parkinson Disease

Abstract

Introduction: Little is known about the association between Yerbamate (YMT) tea consumption and Parkinson disease (PD). We determined whether there was an association between YMT tea consumption and PD.

Methods: We conducted a multicenter case-control study in 3 countries (Argentina, Paraguay, and Uruguay). We applied a structured questionnaire about YMT tea consumption history. The survey also included information about factors previously associated with a decreased and increased risk of PD, apart from medical and demographic factors. Odds ratios and 95% confidence intervals were calculated using multivariate unconditional binary logistic regression analysis.

Results: We included 215 cases and 219 controls. The mean age of the cases was 65.6 ± 10.5 years and that of controls was 63.1 ± 10.5 years (P < 0.02). Years of YMT tea consumption, number of liters drunk per day, and amount of YMT used for preparing the infusion were similar between cases and controls (P > 0.05), but not the number of times the YMT was added into the container (P = 0.003) and the YMT tea concentration per serving (P = 0.02). The multivariate analysis showed that YMT tea concentration per serving lowered the risk for PD, independent of potential confounders (odds ratio, 0.62; 95% confidence interval, 0.47-0.84).

Conclusions: This multicenter study highlights the association between an environmental factor, the YMT tea drinking, and PD. Although more evidence from longitudinal studies is needed, the results obtained here points toward a protective effect of the YMT tea concentration per serving on PD.

Giant Leap in Recovery with 14 Small Steps

A Giant Leap in Recovery live class with me each week during 2025 devoted to each of the 14 steps, one by one

Take a Giant Leap in Recovery

Take 14 small steps each week to celebrate a successful recovery. They each address how to support your body’s ability to heal from the inside out by …

  • Eating the right foods
  • Transforming thoughts
  • Releasing trauma
  • Reducing stress
  • Eliminating Toxins
  • Reversing dementia

Fourteen classes with the Robert Rodgers, PhD, Founder of Parkinsons Recovery, convene Tuesdays starting September 9th at 12:00 noon pacific time and continue throughout 2025. This is my way also of offering ongoing support and coaching during the remainder of 2025.

Replays are posted for each class on the online course available 24/7.

Visit this link for more information and to register:

Giant Leap in Recovery with 14 Small Steps

Earlybird registration is available by entering the coupon code 2025.
Robert Rodgers PhD

robert@parkinsonsrecovery.com

Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
https://www.parkinsonsdisease.me 
Olympia Washington
877-526-4646

Diabetes and Parkinsons

I have known for several years now that there is a strong connection between diabetes and Parkinsons. I suspect however you are thinking this is not my problem. This is the response I hear from most people.

My agenda with this class is first to convince you there is a strong and compelling association of neurological symptoms and diabetes and second to offer some ways to address the problem. 

Below I list the symptoms associated with Type 2 Diabetes. All of them have been reported to me by persons diagnosed with Parkinsons, Alzheimers or dementia since 2004.

Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes

Do you experience any of the symptoms listed below associated with Type 2 diabetes? 

  • Frequent urge to pee. High blood sugar levels cause excessive urination
  • Excessive thirst
  • Unexplained weight loss  (the body uses glucose for energy rather than fat) 
  • Fatigue due to high blood sugar levels 
  • Wounds that are slow to heal. High blood sugar levels impair the body’s immune system
  • Chronic Infections 
  • Numbness or tingling in hands and feet due to high blood sugar levels
  • Frequent yeast infections (candida)
  • Fatty liver disease

Regulation of Blood Sugar Levels

Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar levels.  

Functions of Insulin: 

  • Facilitates glucose uptake: Insulin binds to receptors on cells, allowing glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream to enter the cells and used for energy. 
  • Lowers blood sugar levels: By promoting glucose uptake, insulin helps reduce blood sugar levels after meals. 

With Type 2 Diabetes, insulin resistance compromises the ability of the body to convert sugar into glucose. 

In the website listed below. Dr. Ben Bikman argues insulin intolerance is involved with all chronic illnesses including Parkinsons and Alzheimers. 

https://www.youtube.com/@benbikman

The following article discusses using GLP-1 receptor agonists as a potential treatment for Parkinsons. These are medications used to treat type 2 diabetes and, increasingly, for weight management in individuals with obesity. They mimic the action of the naturally occurring hormone GLP-1, which helps regulate blood sugar levels. 

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11011817

Unresolved Emotions Associated with Diabetes and Neurological Challenges:

  • A great need to control.
  • Hopelessness and helplessness
  • Deep sorrow.
  • No sweetness left in life. 

There are always unresolved emotions associated with chronic diseases which have to be acknowledged and cleared before resolution is possible. The key questions to ask yourself that beg to be answered are:

Why am I experiencing troublesome neurological symptoms?
What is the life lesson I must learn from this suffering before recovery becomes a reality?
What do I not want to remember?

Meditate on answers to these questions by acknowledging unresolved feelings that are calling out to be released now and forever more.  

Diabetes and Parkinsons Recommendations

My research over the past 20 years reveals a majority of persons with Parkinsons symptoms or dementia  have a pre-diabetic condition which is unacknowledged. If diabetes happens to be a challenge for you, what can you do about it?

First, because this is an emerging stream of research, most clinicians will be unaware of the research as they are not researchers. You may get a referral to a endocrinologist from your neurologist, but the chances of such a referral are slim.    

Second, there is actually little evidence that prescription medications for diabetes will help address the problem and offer in turn relief from Parkinson symptoms, though that of course is a possibility. 

Third, I recommend a dietary solution which admittedly is difficult for most people to do. My question for you to ponder is: Do you want to get well? If so, you will have to make huge adjustments to your diet.  

  • Eat no processed or packaged foods – all of which contain sugars of one description or another.
  • No juices which are high in sugars. 
  • Eat only non-starchy vegetables like leafy greens, broccoli, and peppers by steaming them or juicing them. 
  • Eat fish and meat. With meat, eat only the equivalent size of a deck of cards. You need protein, but large amounts convert to sugars. 
  • Eat small amounts more frequently. 

Fourth, there is a supplement I take on a regular basis to address my own pre-diabetic condition which works really well: Glucose Tolerance II with Glucevia from Allergy Research Group. 

Below I post a selected body of studies published in 2025 that identifies the role of Type 2 diabetes in creating and sustaining neurological symptoms. The evidence is compelling. Study abstracts listed below represent a small portion of the research on diabetes and neurological conditions published in 2025. 

Critical point: Reduce dependence on glucose to fuel your brain and celebrate neurological symptom relief. 

Abstracts of Studies that Report on the Relationship between Diabetes and Parkinsons

Int J Mol Sci . 2025 Jan 10;26(2):542.Associations Between Diabetes Mellitus and Neurodegenerative Diseases

Abstract

Diabetes mellitus (DM) and neurodegenerative diseases/disturbances are worldwide health problems. The most common chronic conditions diagnosed in persons 60 years and older are type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and cognitive impairment.

It was found that diabetes mellitus is a major risk for cognitive decline, dementia, Parkinson’s disease (PD), Alzheimer’s disease (AD), Huntington’s disease (HD), amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other neurodegenerative disorders.

An impaired intracellular insulin signaling pathway, together with hyperglycemia and hyperinsulinemia, may cause pathological changes, such as dysfunction of the mitochondria and oxidative stress inflammatory responses. 

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J Parkinsons Dis. 2020;10(3):775-789. The Association Between Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Parkinson’s Disease

Abstract

In recent years, an emerging body of evidence has forged links between Parkinson’s disease (PD) and type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). In observational studies, those with T2DM appear to be at increased risk of developing PD, as well as experiencing faster progression and a more severe phenotype of PD, with the effects being potentially mediated by several common cellular pathways.

The insulin signalling pathway, for example, may be responsible for neurodegeneration via insulin dysregulation, aggregation of amyloids, neuroinflammation, mitochondrial dysfunction and altered synaptic plasticity.

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Brain. 2025 Apr 3;148(4):1389-1404. Machine learning reveals connections between preclinical type 2 diabetes subtypes and brain health

Abstract

Previous research has established type 2 diabetes mellitus as a significant risk factor for various disorders, adversely impacting human health. While evidence increasingly links type 2 diabetes to cognitive impairment and brain disorders, understanding the causal effects of its preclinical stage on brain health is yet to be fully known.

We employed a robust machine learning algorithm with cross-sectional clinical data to identify underlying subtypes and stages for preclinical type 2 diabetes. Our analysis revealed one subtype distinguished by elevated circulating leptin levels and decreased leptin receptor levels, coupled with increased body mass index, diminished lipid metabolism, and heightened susceptibility to psychiatric conditions such as anxiety disorder, depression disorder, and bipolar disorder.

Individuals in the second subtype manifested typical abnormalities in glucose metabolism, including rising glucose and haemoglobin levelswith observed correlations with neurodegenerative disorders. A 10 year follow-up of these individuals revealed differential declines in brain health and significant clinical outcome disparities between subtypes. The first subtype exhibited faster progression and higher risk for psychiatric conditions, while the second subtype was associated with more severe progression of Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease and faster progression to type 2 diabetes. Our findings highlight that monitoring and addressing the brain health needs of individuals in the preclinical stage of type 2 diabetes is imperative.

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J Ethnopharmacol. 2025 Feb 10;338(Pt 3):119095. Exploring the therapeutic potential of Chinese herbs on comorbid type 2 diabetes mellitus and Parkinson’s disease: A mechanistic study

Abstract

Type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) and Parkinson’s disease (PD) are chronic conditions that affect the aging population, with increasing prevalence globally. The rising prevalence of comorbidity between these conditions, driven by demographic shifts, severely impacts the quality of life of patients, posing a significant burden on healthcare resources.

Chinese herbal medicine has been used to treat T2DM and PD for millennia. Pharmacological studies have demonstrated that medicinal herbs effectively lower blood glucose levels and exert neuro-protective effects, suggesting their potential as adjunctive therapy for concurrent management of T2DM and PD.

Aim of the study:
To elucidate the shared mechanisms underlying T2DM and PD, particularly focusing on the potential mechanisms by which medicinal herbs (including herbal formulas, single herbs, and active compounds) may treat these diseases, to provide valuable insights for developing therapeutics targeting comorbid T2DM and PD.

Materials and methods:
Studies exploring the mechanisms underlying T2DM and PD, as well as the treatment of these conditions with medicinal herbs, were extracted from several electronic databases

Results:
Numerous studies have shown that inflammation, oxidative stress, insulin resistance, impaired autophagy, gut microbiota dysbiosis, and ferroptosis are shared mechanisms underlying T2DM and PD.  Thirty-four medicinal herbs, including 2 herbal formulas, 4 single herbs, and 28 active compounds, have been reported to potentially exert anti-T2DM and anti-PD effects by targeting these shared mechanisms.

Conclusions: Traditional Chinese medicine effectively combats T2DM and PD through shared pathological mechanisms, highlighting their potential for application in treating these comorbidity conditions.

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Int J Mol Sci. 2025 Feb 11;26(4):1516. Targeting Ferroptosis in Parkinson’s: Repurposing Diabetes Drugs as a Promising Treatment

Abstract

This review explores the promising potential of repurposing type 2 diabetes (T2D) medications for the treatment of Parkinson’s disease (PD), highlighting the shared pathophysiological mechanisms between these two age-related conditions, such as oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, and ferroptosis. The overlap suggests that existing diabetes drugs could target the common pathways involved in both conditions.

The connection between ferroptosis and existing treatments, including diabetes medication, are only beginning to be explored. The limited data can be attributed also to the complexity of mechanisms involved in ferroptosis and Parkinson’s disease and to the fact that the specific role of ferroptosis in Parkinson’s disease pathogenesis has not been a primary focus until recent. Despite the promising preclinical evidence, clinical findings are mixed, underscoring the need for further research to elucidate these drugs’ roles in neurodegeneration.

Repurposing existing diabetes medications that have well-established safety profiles for Parkinson’s disease treatment could significantly reduce the time and cost associated with drug development and could offer a more comprehensive approach to managing Parkinson’s disease compared to treatments targeting a single mechanism.

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Mov Disord. 2025 Jan;40(1):67-76. Insulin Resistance Is a Modifying Factor for Parkinson’s Disease 

Abstract

Background:
Parkinson’s disease (PD) is the second most common, and the fastest-growing neurodegenerative disorder with unclear etiology in most cases.  An increasing number of evidence suggests that central insulin resistance might have an essential role in PD pathology. Nevertheless, it is not clear whether insulin resistance arises from external factors/lifestyle, comorbidities such as type 2 diabetes or it can occur in a PD patient’s brain independently from peripheral insulin resistance.

Objective: We aimed to investigate insulin resistance and its role in GBA1 mutation-associated PD pathogenesis and phenotype severity.

Methods: Midbrain organoids, generated from induced pluripotent stem cells Of PD patients carrying the GBA1-N370S heterozygous mutation (GBA-PD) and healthy donors, were exposed to different insulin concentrations to modify insulin signaling function. Transcriptomics analysis was performed to explore insulin signaling gene expression patterns in GBA-PD and to find a potential target for GBA-PD-associated phenotype rescue.

Results: The insulin signaling pathway genes show dysregulation in GBA-PD. Particularly, we highlight that a knockdown of FOXO1 mitigates the loss of dopaminergic neurons and cellular death in GBA-PD. Additionally, our findings suggest a promising therapeutic potential of the anti-diabetic drug Pioglitazone in decreasing dopaminergic neuron loss associated with GBA-PD.

Conclusion: Local insulin signaling dysfunction plays a substantial role in GBA-PD pathogenesis, exacerbating dopaminergic neuron death.

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Arq Neuropsiquiatr. 2025 Mar;83(3):1-10 Modifiable risk factors associated with the risk of developing Parkinson’s disease: a critical review 

Abstract 

The etiology of Parkinson’s disease (PD) is complex and multifactorial, depending on interactions involving environmental/lifestyle and genetic factors. The genetic aspects of the disease are becoming well characterized, while the environmental factors still need further investigation.

In the present narrative review, we have described the most concrete evidence of associations between environmental factors and the risk of developing PD.

  • Physical activity, healthy dietary patterns, smoking, and caffeine intake are protective factors against PD.
  • Head trauma, consumption of milk and dairy products, and pesticide exposure were associated with a higher risk of developing PD.

Several studies strongly suggest that diabetes mellitus is a risk factor for the development of PD, as well as the pre-diabetic state. Lower serum levels of uric acid were associated with an increased risk of developing PD and with worse clinical features and faster progression of symptoms.

Several other factors were potentially associated with the risk of developing PD: environmental pollutants such as organic solvents, exposure to sunlight, vitamin D deficiency, bullous pemphigoid, bipolar disorder, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, certain infections and agents, and essential tremor. Environmental factors are important risk markers for the development of PD.

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Neural Regen Res. 2025 Nov 1;20(11):3113-3123. Understanding the link between type 2 diabetes mellitus and Parkinson’s disease: role of brain insulin resistance 

Abstract

Type 2 diabetes mellitus and Parkinson’s disease are chronic diseases linked to a growing pandemic that affects older adults and causes significant socio-economic burden. Epidemiological data supporting a close relationship between these two aging-related diseases have resulted in the investigation of shared pathophysiological molecular mechanisms.

Impaired insulin signaling in the brain has gained increasing attention during the last decade and has been suggested to contribute to the development of Parkinson’s disease through the dysregulation of several pathological processes. The contribution of type 2 diabetes mellitus and insulin resistance in neurodegeneration in Parkinson’s disease, with emphasis on brain insulin resistance, is extensively discussed in this article. 

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Pharmaceuticals (Basel). 2025 Mar 28;18(4):486. Overview of Metformin and Neurodegeneration: A Comprehensive Review 

Abstract 

This comprehensive review examines the therapeutic potential of metformin, a well-established diabetes medication, in treating neurodegenerative disorders. Originally used as a first-line treatment for type 2 diabetes, recent studies have begun investigating metformin’s effects beyond metabolic disorders, particularly its neuroprotective capabilities against conditions like Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, Huntington’s disease, and multiple sclerosis.

Key findings demonstrate that metformin’s neuroprotective effects operate through multiple pathways: AMPK activation enhancing cellular energy metabolism and autophagy; upregulation of antioxidant defenses; suppression of inflammation; inhibition of protein aggregation; and improvement of mitochondrial function. These mechanisms collectively address common pathological features in neurodegeneration and neuroinflammation, including oxidative stress, protein accumulation, and mitochondrial dysfunction.

Clinical and preclinical evidence supporting metformin’s association with improved cognitive performance, reduced risk of dementia, and modulation of pathological hallmarks of neurodegenerative diseases is critically evaluated.

Groundbreaking Therapies for Parkinsons

There have been few new groundbreaking therapies to treat neurological diseases since the 1970’s – until now. Research discoveries are popping out right and left in 2025. Groundbreaking therapies for Parkinsons never before possible have been helping more and more people celebrate symptom relief.

Join with Robert Rodgers PhD who will introduce these new discoveries and natural therapies during live classes that begin Monday, August 18th and continue consecutive Mondays for 10 classes. 

Live classes convene at 12:00 pm pacific time. Replays are available for all 10 classes.

Visit the registration link below for more information about this exciting new course:

Groundbreaking Discoveries

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

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Parkinsons Breakthrough

The future of medicine rests with innovative therapies that utilize light and sound to bring the body back into balance and harmony. Photobiomodulation (or light therapy) is one such delivery system. This turns out to be the Parkinsons breakthrough of 2025.

I first learned about photobiomodulation in 2018 from my interview with the CEO of Vielight, Dr. Lew Lim. At that time, there was only one photobiomodulation study of five Alzheimers subjects that reported positive outcomes. There was no research evidence at the time for Parkinsons subjects so the jury was out at that time.

Still, I encouraged members of my audience to begin using the Neuro Gamma Vielight device which was recommended by Dr. Lim as the best device to address Parkinsons symptoms. He offered at that time the opportunity to use this Vielight device for six months. If users did not celebrate positive outcomes, they were invited to return the device to claim an 80% refund.

Many hundreds from the Parkinsons Recovery audience began using the Vielight Neuro Gamma photobiomodulation device. Users reported a variety of benefits. Nine out of ten users kept their units. One out of ten returned them. In short, home use turns out to benefit most users.

About Photobiomodulation

Different from electrical and magnetic stimulation, photobiomodulation uses light energy (or photons) of specific wave lengths and power densities to simulate cellular function. Photobiomodulation energizes the mitochondria of neurons. This triggers a cascade of beneficial cellular functions including …

  • Neuro-protective effects.
  • Self-repair mechanisms.
  • Enhanced functionality.

Photobiomodulation (known also as PBM) has multiple clinical benefits due to an enhancement of the mitochondrial electron transport chain and subsequent increase in ATP output. It modulates cellular signaling and it reduces inflammation.

The photobiomodulation Vielight devices use an Intranasal delivery of the light therapy which is the most efficient method for delivering light energy to the brain and body.

Photobiomodulation Parkinsons Breakthrough Research

An independent Parkinsons study by Ann Liebert and her colleagues from the University of Sydney found the Vielight Neuro Gamma produced statistically significant clinical results.

Twelve participants diagnosed with idiopathic Parkinson’s disease were enlisted for the study. Documented reductions in symptoms far exceeded expectations of the researchers.  Measures of mobility, cognition, dynamic balance and fine motor skill for the 12 Parkinson’s research subjects were significantly improved (p < 0.05) with 12 weeks of home photobiomodulation treatments.

Individual improvements varied but many continued for up to one year with continued home treatment.

The design of this study was eloquent. Participants were assessed for mobility, fine motor skills, balance and cognition before treatment began, after 4 weeks of treatment, after 12 weeks of treatment and the end of the home treatment period.

Researchers drew the following conclusions:

“PBM (photobiomodulation) was shown to be a safe and potentially effective treatment for a range of clinical signs and symptoms of PD. Improvements were maintained for as long as treatment continued, for up to one year in a neurodegenerative disease where decline is typically expected.”

A five year follow-up study that tracked 6 of the 12 subjects found improvements were sustained with continued use.

This study provides evidence that photobiomodulation therapy reduces motor signs and non-motor symptoms in Parkinson’s disease patients. The best news was that improvements were sustained over several years.

Dramatic Explosion in Photobiomodulation Research 

Since 2018 hundreds of researchers have published studies evaluating photobiomodulation therapy for a wide variety of brain disorders.  A search on pubmed.gov lists over 11,000 studies have focused on photobiomodulation as a treatment modality.  Over one hundred (100) studies focus specifically on photobiomodulation for Parkinsons. All of the studies conclude it is a viable therapy that offers symptom relief.

Vielight Devices Discount and Warranty

Vielight is the gold standard company that invents photobiomodulation devices. They offer a 10% discount off orders on any of their devices. Enter the coupon code healing4me on the shopping cart when ordering. The website: www.vielight.com 

Do not hesitate to call the company. They always provide five star service and are happy to answer all of your questions. 1-877-355-8012 (Main line). The company is located in Toronto Canada.

Vielight is so confident in its devices that you are invited to use any of their devices for up to six (6) months. If for any reason you are not satisfied, you can return the device for an 80% refund – no questions asked. I have never heard of a company that is so confident in their product that such a generous warranty is honored. They obviously have high confidence that people who use their devices will find them to be beneficial and well worth the cost.

www.vielight.com

Be sure to enter the coupon code healing4me on the Vielight shopping cart to claim your Parkinsons Recovery 10% discount.

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

What Does It Take to Reverse Symptoms of Parkinsons?

After interviewing hundreds of individuals diagnosed with Parkinsons who succeeded in reversing symptoms of Parkinsons, I have a rich understanding of what a successful recovery entails.

Is it possible for symptoms of Parkinsons to resolve quickly?

I so wish I could say yes, but the honest answer is no.

Is there a recovery program that works for everyone?

Unfortunately no. Everyone who has succeeded followed a different path.

Everyone of course wants to suppress symptoms which is why medications have been so popular. For some, they succeed in offering temporary relief. For others they flop. The best outcome for everyone is for symptoms to fade into the sunset forever.

What have people done to make recovery happen?
    • They acknowledge there are no quick fixes.
    • They accept that the journey down the road to recovery will be rocky. Some days will be awesome.
    • They launch a journey of discovery to heal from the inside out which will take time and patience.
    • They honor the fact that what has helped others may well not help them, but there are therapies that can succeed for them.
    • They experiment. They keep what helps and discard what does not.

    I invite you to take a six month journey down the road to recovery. The course reveals everything I have learned over the past 20 years about recovery from those who have succeeded in reversing some of not all symptoms of Parkinsons.

    • You get guidance on how to figure out the cause of your symptoms and natural therapies to resolve it.
    • You get natural therapies for specific symptoms.
    • You get a roadmap of how to recover from the inside out.
    • You get the scoop on all of the cutting edge therapies over the past several years.
    • You get six months of daily recordings (and the accompanying text) for each day’s topic

    Robert Rodgers PhD
    Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
    https://www.parkinsonsrecovery.com
    robert@parkinsonsrecovery.com

    Daily Support for Recovery

    What does it take to reverse symptoms with Parkinson’s? I have documented dozens of individuals who have celebrated a successful recovery.

    • Have the solutions been simple?
    • Were they straightforward??
    • Was there a particular therapy that accounted for the success?
    • Was success quick?

    When I review the profile of the dozens of success stories, the answer to all of these questions is no.

    • Solutions are not simple or straightforward?
    • Multiple therapies and approaches were needed. 
    • Recovery required at least six months of experimentation to discover what worked and what did not.

    Daily support is now available for your personal journey down the road to recovery. Join others who have succeeded in reversing their symptoms. 

    For more information about my new program visit:
    https://www.parkinsonsrecovery.org/offers/sta386o8

    Enter the coupon code succeed to claim a 50% discount off the already low tuition (available through the end of June).

    Robert Rodgers PhD

    robert@parkinsonsrecovery.com

    Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
    https://www.parkinsonsdisease.me 
    Olympia Washington
    877-526-4646

    Energy Medicine

    Brendan Thorson—an experienced energy healer, teacher, and founder of Vital Energy Medicine, a self-empowering healing system designed to restore vitality and support those living with chronic illness and neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s disease.

    Brendan brings over 24 years of experience in energy medicine, with a background in acupuncture, traditional Chinese medicine, and therapeutic bodywork. But what truly sets his work apart is his ability to activate the body’s internal energy systems in ways that help people reconnect their mind and body, recharge their system, and awaken deep healing potential.

    His method blends ancient energetic principles with modern understanding of health, helping individuals strengthen their internal wiring, improve symptoms, and transform their long-term well-being.

    Today, we’ll be diving into Brendan’s unique healing approach, the success he’s seen working with individuals with Parkinson’s and other chronic conditions, and the hope this work may offer for those still searching for answers.”

    Questions I asked Brendan

    Personal Journey & Background

    1. Can you share a bit about your personal healing journey and what led you to develop Vital Energy Medicine?
    2. You hold a Master’s in Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine—how did your path evolve from traditional training into the energy healing work you now do?

    Vital Energy Medicine – How It Works

    1. What is Vital Energy Medicine, and how is it different from other healing modalities like Reiki, acupuncture, or Qigong?
    2. Can you explain what happens during an energy healing session with you? What might someone expect to feel or experience?
    3. You often talk about “restoring the body’s internal wiring”—what do you mean by that, and how is it connected to healing?
    4. You do both online and in person healing sessions and training. Is there a difference in effectiveness? 

    Healing Chronic Illness & Parkinson’s

    1. You’ve worked with individuals with Parkinson’s and other chronic illnesses—what types of improvements have you seen?
    2. Are there particular symptoms or challenges—like fatigue, tremors, or anxiety—that your work tends to support especially well?
    3. How does your energy work complement or differ from approaches like physical therapy or medication?
    4. Can you work with non-mobile people? If yes, how do you do that? Can you give me an example of how you work with people? Can you give me a short sample of what you do?
    5. You mentioned something about planning to do research. Can you share more about your research plans?

    Hope, Healing & Transformation

    1. For people who feel like they’ve “tried everything,” what makes your work a different kind of opportunity?
    2. Can you talk about the role that grounding, energy awareness, or inner connection plays in the healing process?
    3. Why do you think so many people don’t know about this kind of energy work—and what needs to change?

    Energy Medicine Next Steps for Listeners

    1. If someone is curious to try your work, what’s the best way to begin? And what kind of commitment or mindset helps people get the most out of it?
    2. Can you lead a brief sample exercise or session so people can see what your work looks like?

    Trauma Release Exercises (TRE)

    My guest today is Dr. David Berceli, PhD, creator of TRE® (Tension, Stress & Trauma Release Exercise) which is an innovative series of exercises that assist the body in releasing deep muscular patterns of stress, tension and trauma.

    TRE® safely activates a natural reflex mechanism of shaking or vibrating that releases muscular tension, calming down the nervous system. When this muscular shaking/vibrating mechanism is activated in a safe and controlled environment, the body is encouraged to return back to a state of balance.

    Dr. Berceli explains the potential therapeutic value of tremors in this Youtube video and is the author of Shake it Off Naturally.

    This Youtube video is a testimonial of a man diagnosed with Essential Tremors who found TRE helpful.

    For further information and to find a practitioner visit TRE®

    Robert Rodgers PhD
    Founder 2004
    Parkinsons Recovery
    robert@parkinsonsrecovery.com

    Pioneers of Recovery

    People Who Discovered Natural Treatments for Parkinson’s Disease
    Tell Stories of Their Recovery 

    Pioneers of Recovery is a 364 page book that covers natural therapies for Parkinsons recommended by health care professionals and persons with Parkinson’s who discuss the ways they reversed their symptoms.

    Each person has a unique story, but each story is packed with hope and promise for a better tomorrow. Of course, recovery can be slow and frustrating, but the stories reveal an indisputable truth. A little experimentation and courage goes a long way toward fitting pieces of the puzzle of recovery together.

    People with Parkinsons are discovering effective ways to get good relief from their symptoms with natural methods. Some people are symptom free today. There is hope, especially when you see what smart things people with Parkinson’s are doing for themselves to get well.

    About the Interviews with Pioneers

    What follows the questions I asked of each pioneer. Each person I interviewed read and edited the transcript of their interview. The interviews capture what the person really said and meant, not my interpretation of what they said or meant. 

    Andrew Bentley – Herbalist

      Andrew Bentley
      Herbalist

      • What does a herbalist do for people? 
      • What herbs in your past experience are helpful for people who have central nervous system challenges? 
      • If a person came in and had a dominate tremor, that would inform a certain set of herbs or maybe just one dominate herb  versus if someone came in with a dominate symptom of pain and rigidity, that would inform a different recommendation of herbs?  
      • Many people ask me a question about excessive salivation. Is there anything you would suggest as a possibility in the herbal area for that? 
      • What would be recommendations for a person who presents depression as a primary symptom? 
      • Could you talk about your experience with people who have the symptoms of Parkinsons and how these herbs have helped them? 
      • It sounds like for the people with Parkinson’s that you have seen the results are indeed encouraging. People are seeing relief from their symptoms.  You offer hope that there are people who have become virtually symptom free – maybe not totally – but virtually symptom free. Do I understand that correctly? Is that what you said? 
      • One specific herb that I do not think you have mentioned (and what many people are interested in is called Mucuna.
        Many people have been acquiring that from India as a dopamine supplement. Do you prescribe Mucuna for your patients? 

      Carl Buchheit
      Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) 

          • Can NLP be useful to persons who have the symptoms of Parkinson’s? 
          • One of the common symptoms of Parkinson’s is anxiety. If a person were to focus on a specific
            event or events that create the anxiety, then would it be possible working with an NLP therapist to find quick relief from that anxiety? 
          • You mentioned some of the misinformation on the internet about NLP. Do you have other books or tapes or CD’s that you would recommend people might look at to find out more about NLP? 
          • There are many people that believe once they are diagnosed with Parkinson’s they are always going to get worse. From my understanding of what you have said, you have worked with individuals with Parkinson’s who have gotten better. Is that correct? 

          Chris Bliss
          Comedian, Juggler 

          • When you are juggling and when you are in that place of perfect balance and harmony, hat does it feel like? 
          • In your shows you do both the comedy and juggling. As I understand it, what you are saying is that many times that place of perfect harmony and balance is actually present when you are doing both, not just when you are juggling? 
          • For people with the symptoms of Parkinsons fear and tress are huge issues. When fear and stress are up, symptoms flare. Do you ever feel fearful or stress when you are juggling? How do you get yourself out of being in fear when fear rolls in while you are performing, if it ever does? 
          • People with Parkinsons who are finding ways to feel better tell me that there are certain things that help them feel more in balance. I want to ask you if you do these things. 
          • Many who have the symptoms of Parkinson’s tell me they are very careful about making sure they are properly hydrated, that they drink enough water. Is that anything that is conscious for you? 
          • People also tell me they have various ways they relieve stress. Everybody faces stress every day. One of the ways to release stress is humor. Is humor one of the biggest ways you relieve your own stress? 
          • A number of people have told me that they have had great relief from their symptoms because they have such strong support systems and support networks. Yet, you are often traveling. You are all over the place. Do you have a strong social network or support system for yourself? 
          • What practical suggestions do you have for people who are trying to live their lives in that very same space you are in when you are juggling? 

          Jean Oswald, R.N., CCA – Aromatherapist 

          • When I use the term “essential oils” what is that exactly? What is an essential oil? 
          • How would I know what type of essential oil will help me? For example, if my symptoms are tremors and rigidity, are there specific essential oils that can help offer me some relief from my symptoms? 
          • Has there been research to evaluate the impact of essential oils? 
          • What if an individual has problems with muscle rigidity and it is very difficult for them to move with ease. What is an essential oil that might help relieve that particular symptom? 
          • How about the problem of tremors? What essential oils might be recommended to relieve that symptom? 
          • A problem some people have is with excessive salivation. Are there any essential oils that come to mind specifically for that symptom? 
          • How about insomnia? 
          • Many people I interview talk quite extensively about stress and how that affects them.  When they are under extreme stress their symptoms flare up. Can essential oils address the problems that stress creates? 
          • There are some reports that pathogens and bacterial infections confound the symptoms of Parkinson’s. Do essential oils have the potential to address those pathogens? 

          Lisa Brown
          Physical Therapist 

          • If I am a person who has had these challenges, when I go to you is it a question of your moving my arms and legs around so that they are more flexible or do you work with me in terms of helping me how to walk? 
          • A lot of people you see have had difficulty with falls or other problems. Is there any reason why a person who is first diagnosed with the symptoms of Parkinson’s should come to you in the very beginning? 
          • When a person comes to see you is it likely that they will get a relief from symptoms and feel better or are they going to feel worse? 
          • You have extensive experience working with persons who have Parkinson’s. Do you have an exercise protocol that you give to people that you recommend everybody does or is the work you do very specific to the person’s needs? 
          • What would you say is the most important thing for persons with Parkinson’s to know about movement and about flexibility? What would you want them to know would be most important?

          Steve Fenwick, Ph.D. – Psychologist  

          • What often happens then is that when a person comes to see you, they will come with a dream and you will help them sort through what that dream means? 
          • Let’s say a person with the symptoms of Parkinson’s is shaking or tremoring. What might be an interpretation that is possible of the shaking or tremoring in the context of the person’s entire life? 
          • Let’s say I had Parkinson’s and I came to you. We begin to work together and the approach is to help me exaggerate my symptoms which is tremoring of my hand. Am I going to have certain thoughts that I didn’t expect? Will I have certain feelings that I didn’t expect or revelations? What is likely to happen?
          • How might people with Parkinson’s be helped if they do Process Work? Is it going to be connected somehow with being able to get some relief from their symptoms and feeling better? 

          John Coleman, ND
          Naturopath 

          • How did you come to the realization you could get better when all indications were that you would get worse? 
          • There is so much information out there about what is supposed to help – vitamins, supplements, body therapies, etc. etc. How did you go about deciding what to try in terms of therapies, supplements, doctors, etc.? 
          • Which therapies/approaches did not work for you? 
          • What has helped you get the most relief from your own symptoms? 
          • Is there anything in particular that you recommend for the symptoms of:
            • Inability to sleep 
            • Pain
            • Constipation
            • Tremors
          • What was recovery like for you?  
          • What about your patients… what has their experience been like?  
          • Among your patients with Parkinson’s, how many are getting relief
            from their symptoms? How many have been able to see full relief from
            their symptoms? 
          • Does a person have to make any lifestyle changes to recover? 
          • It took you three and a half years to recover. That is a long time to sustain hope. How did you do it? 
          • How can I reduce or manage my rigidity, spasms and burning sensations? 
          • When should we start taking medication? 
          • Could you discuss the approaches using the Emotional Freedom Technique for my Parkinson’s condition and your opinion of the value of the technique?  
          • How long did it take you see substantial symptom relief? How long did it take to become symptom free? 

          Max

          • Can you talk a little bit about the detoxing work that you have done and the Ayurvedic work? 
          • Is it hard to stick to a diet? 
          • Your experience varies from day to day? Every day is a new experience? 
          • You notice a very strong, direct relationship between stress and the symptoms? 
          • What types of things do you do other than all the meds to be able to release some of that stress that you’re under? 
          • If there is one thing you would say about what’s helped you the most to be able to feel better and get relief from your symptoms, what would it be? What would you tell people they really should do, whatever it may be? 

          Sandy

          • What are some of the struggles you have had with Parkinson’s? Are you taking traditional medications? 
          • Do you take other supplements or herbs or vitamins? 
          • What are some of the things you do to help you feel better? 
          • You have really been able to continue doing all the things you have always done without much interruption? 
          • I am sure there are modalities, therapies and approaches that you have tried since you have had Parkinson’s that really did not offer much help. Could you talk about those? 
          • What about other approaches, therapies and modalities that you have tried that have offered you some relief and have helped you feel better? 
          • When you say they tested you for lead and mercury, was this with saliva or blood or hair samples or …? How did the test actually work? 
          • Many believe once you begin to have the symptoms of Parkinson’s you are always going to get worse and feel worse. From what you have described it sounds like that really has not happened for you. Is that right? 
          • When tension comes up what happens when you choose to exercise rather than relax?    
          • Do the symptoms get better when you exercise? 

          Stan

          • We are all interested to know what you have tried, what has worked and what has not. Could you talk a bit about what your experience has been?
          • When you talk about meditation could you possibly say a little more about specifically what type of meditative approach works best for you? 
          • Do you notice when you do this meditative technique that there is a relief in symptoms? 
          • What other approaches or natural therapy do you use that you find gives you relief of your symptoms? 
          • Are there any dietary concerns that you have or that you would like other people to know about that seem to make a difference?
          • So what about exercise? Do you notice any connection between activity, exercise and feeling better? 
          • What would you want to say to someone who has just heard the news that they have Parkinson’s? 
          • Over the course of the period that you have had the symptoms, it sounds like what you have been able to do is to find a number of ways to get relief as those symptoms begin to flare up?

          Mary

          • What you have been doing to get relief from your symptoms? 
          • What about craniosacral work? 
          • You have done so many therapies and tried so many things. Some of them haven’t helped and some of them have. Are you getting better? 
          • Is there anything that you would want to be sure and say to a person who is just been diagnosed with Parkinson’s? 
          • About how much time everyday or every week do you spend on your exercise program? 
          • You definitely notice a difference? When you exercise you feel better and when you don’t exercise you feel worse? 

          Nathan

          • Tell us who you are and what your story is in terms of having had Parkinson’s and being able to recover. 
          • You mentioned that a lot of the work that you were doing was challenging. After you were able to recover, were you able to go back full steam into doing work and other kind of activities? 
          • What would you say to somebody who has just been diagnosed with Parkinson’s?
          • Are you in contact with or do you know many other people whose story is similar to yours – people who had Parkinson and have been able to get relief from their symptoms? 
          • Could you summarize for people, from just your own experience and observations of others, what is it that happens to others who do not recover – who are not able to feel better? 
          • You’ve also described your own recovery is not exactly a smooth ride up. Are there some rocky spots on the path to recovery? 
          • What do you have to do to help your body detox? 

          Carl

          • What generally did the doctors recommend would be a good path to pursue? 
          • Can you talk a bit about exactly what you’re doing now? Are you still doing the craniosacral therapy? 
          • Are you taking supplements of one kind or another? 
          • Are there any dietary rules that you have for yourself that are important? 
          • What would you say to anyone who’s just discovered that they’ve been diagnosed with Parkinson’s? What kind of help, insight or comments would you want them to hear? 
          • Is there anything that you’ve regretted doing?  Or trying? 

          Taube

          • So, you’ve responded by getting a lot of good medical advice and attention. What other kinds of things have you done in response to this medical challenge? 
          • What do you suppose might have been the contributing factors that created the symptoms for you?
          • You’re out there exploring and experimenting and have quite fascinating
            experiences. For a person that might first be discovering that they have the symptoms of Parkinson’s, what would you want to say to them? What advice would you give to them? 
          • When you say you do eat well, could you provide any specifics on that? I mean, steak, mashed potatoes, french fries, milkshakes? What is it that you like to eat? What do you try to avoid?
          • Did you get some relief from your symptoms after attending Hypocrates?  Have you been able to keep up with the dietary regimen? 
          • When you are eating food that your body needs and loves you feel better, so that is a motivator in itself?

          Summary

          I invite you to select some of the approaches to recovery previewed in Pioneers of Recovery to launch your own personal program of recovery. There are many genuinely rich and useful approaches to recovery. Once you discover options that work the magic for you you have launched a successful journey down the road to recovery.

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

          Causes of Parkinson’s and Their Treatments

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          Founder 2004
          Parkinsons Recovery
          https://www.parkinsonsrecovery.com

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          Light Therapy for Parkinson’s

          Research Reports Light Therapy Reverses Dementia

          Light therapy has floated to the top of the list as a promising treatment for Parkinson’s after reviewing results of my 2022 Parkinsons Recovery holiday survey. A surprising number of respondents to the survey reported that low level laser light therapy (or photobiomodulation) helped them celebrate relief from their symptoms.

          Light therapy is not new. It has been researched under a variety of terms for over 40 years: low level laser therapy or LLLT, laser biostimulation and most recently photobiomodulation. This noninvasive therapy has been used in clinical practices to treat healing-resistant wounds, ulcers, pain and nervous system injuries. More recently it is a therapy that has attracted the attention of researchers as a therapy for Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.

          The interview clip below is with Dr. Lew Lim, the CEO of Vielight that has developed several photobiomodulation devices.

          A July 2018 a University of California San Francisco study conducted by Linda Chao PhD offered compelling support for its application to treat dementia. Eight adults diagnosed with dementia participated in the study. Four subjects received 12 weeks of self-administered photobiomodulation treatments in their homes. Four were assigned to a control group. Treatments were administered using a commercially available device (Vielight Neuro Gamma). Outcome measures were assessed at baseline, 6-weeks, and 12-weeks.

          Findings revealed significant improvement in cognition and functional connectivity. Dr. Chao concluded that photobiomodulation therapy is a safe, non-pharmacological therapy that can be used to treat patients in their homes.

          Results of this study are indeed impressive. Large samples are typically required for a study to show significance. Despite its small size, this study showed significant results.

          Below Dr. Lim why photobiomodulation is an effective treatment for dementia.

          Light Therapy Research

          Individuals who responded to the 2022 Parkinsons Recovery survey reported that photobiomodulation (or low level laser therapy) was one of the top five therapies found to be most beneficial. This finding is backed up by a series of research research studies that focus on the beneficial effects of photobiomodulation for individuals diagnosed with Parkinsons Disease. Visit the link below for a listing of these study abstracts:

          Since diffuse light does not easily pass through the skull, Dr. Lim’s had the brilliant idea to pass the light through a device clipped to the nose. Now, in my book of creativity, that is inventiveness at its best!

          Click the image below to hear the interview and learn more about Dr. Lim’s new photobiomodulation device called the Vielight Gamma.

          Vielight photobiomodulation therapy

          It would seem at this early stage that you cannot go wrong to be open to allow light to shine brightly on the surface of your body and of course your retina!

          What has been the experience of persons with Parkinsons symptoms who have been using the Vielight Gamma Device?

          Thus far, several hundred persons who listened to my interview on the Vielight device purchased the neuro gamma device using the 10% discount coupon code (healing4me) Dr. Lim provided to listeners of my Parkinsons Recovery Radio Show interview. Those who acquired the device were invited to return the device to the company for a 80% refund after using it for six months if it did not offer relief from their symptoms.

          More information is available here: https://www.vielight.com

          The company reports to me that 10% of the Neuro Gamma units have been returned. One estimate of effectiveness is that approximately 90% of users are satisfied it helps address some symptoms. The odds are certainly in your favor that the device will be beneficial. Know also that it does not help everyone.

          I have also heard from a member of my audience who is connected with a wide community of persons with Parkinsons symptoms. He reports that virtually all users experienced welcome relief from some symptoms. For some, the most pronounced results were seen in the initial 4 months or so, after which the improvements tended to level off.

          Anecdotal Reports about the Vielight Photobiomodulation Neuro Device as a Treatment for Parkinson’s Symptoms

          Informal feedback from users who are members of my audience is captured below:

          1. One common report from users is that the therapy does not show quick results. You apparently have to apply the therapy over a period of several weeks to a month or longer to celebrate a positive shift in symptoms.
          2. I have heard several specific reports on tremors that were calmed.
          3. It is unclear at this point to what degree the therapy will address balance issues, but I have heard it seems to offer help with gait issues.
          4. Evidence does suggest that this therapy can potentially help with dementia.
          5. One user reported a definite return of smell, but the jury was out on the effect on tremors and other symptoms.
          6. The wife of one 85 year old man with advanced Parkinson’s symptoms reported that after 6 weeks of using the Vielight Neuro device there were no major improvements but several minor ones of some consequence: Her husband reports being more alert, sleeping better, his cough is less, he has been inspired lately to use his automatic peddler and his hallucinations have dwindled. She reports it has been an answer for a better quality of life for both of them and promises to keep me updated.

          Of course, it is difficult for people diagnosed with Parkinson’s to attribute an improvement in symptoms directly to the Vielight photobiomodulation therapy when they are taking advantage of other therapies at the same time. Reports above are a general summary of the informal feedback I have received in emails and phone conversations. One person told me it did not offer them the relief they had expected and returned the unit.

          Like virtually all natural therapies I have documented over the past several decades, the Vielight Neuro Gamma device will not help everyone. Odds do appear to be in your favor if you decide to try it out.

          Dr. Lim has has also invented a device called the X-Plus which delivers light directly to the mid brain. This device is designed to send light to the midbrain which is the location of issues associated with Parkinson’s symptoms.

          For more information, visit the Vielight website. If you decide to try out the Neuro Gamma device, be sure to tell them you are a member of the Parkinsons Recovery audience and they will apply a 10% discount (coupon code healing4me) when you order. https://www.vielight.com

          Robert Rodgers PhD
          Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
          https://www.parkinsonsdisease.me
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          Supplement Vitamins B2 and B7 for Parkinson’s

          An abstract of a 2024 study below finds a link between gut microbes in Parkinson’s patients with decreased levels of two B vitamins: riboflavin ( vitamin B2) and biotin (vitamin B7). Researchers recommend patients supplement Vitamins B2 and B7 for Parkinson’s.

          Research shows there is a strong link between the health of our gut and Parkinson’s symptoms.

          Researchers have long recommended patients discuss with their doctor the supplementation of B1, B5 and B12 vitamins, largely because medications cause their gradual depletion. This recent study adds to the list of two additional B vitamins: B2 and B7.

          Supplementation is possible from eating certain foods as well as taking supplements. Many foods contain B2 (spinach is one) and B7 (such as eggs and salmon)

          A deficiency B vitamins has been correlated with a decrease in short-chain fatty acids. These are the molecules that create a healthy mucus layer in the intestines. This leads to a thinning of the mucus layer in the intestines which in turn increases intestinal permeability.

          A compromised intestinal layer exposes the nervous system to be assaulted by toxins such as cleaning chemicals, pesticides, and herbicides. This is why toxins are one of the primary causes of Parkinson’s symptoms and why detox protocols are fundamental to a successful recovery.

          Below is an Abstract of the Recent Study

          NPJ Parkinsons Dis. 2024 May 21;10(1):106. Meta-analysis of shotgun sequencing of gut microbiota in Parkinson’s disease

          Abstract

          We aimed to identify gut microbial features in Parkinson’s disease (PD) across countries by meta-analyzing our fecal shotgun sequencing dataset of 94 PD patients and 73 controls in Japan with five previously reported datasets from USA, Germany, China1, China2, and Taiwan. GC-MS and LC-MS/MS assays were established to quantify fecal short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) and fecal polyamines, respectively. ?-Diversity was increased in PD across six datasets.

          Taxonomic analysis showed that species Akkermansia muciniphila was increased in PD, while species Roseburia intestinalis and Faecalibacterium prausnitzii were decreased in PD. Pathway analysis showed that genes in the biosyntheses of riboflavin and biotin were markedly decreased in PD after adjusting for confounding factors. Five out of six categories in carbohydrate-active enzymes (CAZymes) were decreased in PD. Metabolomic analysis of our fecal samples revealed that fecal SCFAs and polyamines were significantly decreased in PD. Genes in the riboflavin and biotin biosyntheses were positively correlated with the fecal concentrations of SCFAs and polyamines.

          Bacteria that accounted for the decreased riboflavin biosynthesis in Japan, the USA, and Germany were different from those in China1, China2, and Taiwan. Similarly, different bacteria accounted for decreased biotin biosynthesis in the two country groups.

          Why to supplement vitamins B2 and B7 for Parkinson’s

          Decreased SCFAs and polyamines reduce the intestinal mucus layer, which subsequently facilitates the formation of abnormal synuclein fibrils in the intestinal neural plexus in Parkinson’s patients. This causes and neuro-inflammation in and compromises the ability of the body to eliminate toxins.

          The Feeling that Feeds Parkinson’s Symptoms

          There is a specific feeling that makes recovery so challenging. Unless it is acknowledged and released, the symptoms will undoubtedly persist. What then is the feeling that feeds Parkinson’s symptoms day in and day out?

          The feeling that feeds Parkinson’s symptoms is unresolved anger. Are you angry because you are currently experience symptoms associated with a diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease? You certainly have every reason to be.

          Anger of course can be expressed in the most unexpected places and times. The target of anger can be anyone and anything.

          • Spouses
            Children
            Parents
            A Job
            Your Body

          Of course, anger may not be expressed openly. We often hold it in, fearing an expression of anger will alienate our friends and family. This of course is a realistic fear and why so many of us do not express our anger. We hold it in.

          If you have been taking all of the steps needed to recover but continue to experience problematic symptoms, the reason may well be unresolved anger. The first step is to acknowledge your unexpressed and unresolved anger. The second is to release it.

          The therapy I have found helpful is Core Energetics. Why not contact a practitioner and see if this therapy might help you resolve anger issues (whether expressed or not).

          Liver Detoxes

          Unresolved anger compromises the function of our liver to eliminate toxins. A majority of persons in the Parkinsons Recovery audience have issues with toxins. An ongoing detox protocol is recommended when anger issues continue to be unresolved.

          Summary

          Unresolved feelings lie at the foundation of every chronic illnesses. Often these feelings are unconscious and unacknowledged. What is the feeling that sustains Parkinson’s symptoms? It is anger.

          A successful journey down the road to recovery from Parkinson’s disease will be roadblocked until any and all anger issues are resolved. First, acknowledge to yourself anger is an issue for you. Second, take steps needed to release anger that is stuck at the cellular level in your body.

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

          How to Get Instant Relief from Parkinson’s Symptoms


          Anxiety instantly flares up symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

          What Can You Do to Shut Anxiety Down in 2025?

          Studies have documented there are simple ways to shut down anxiety in an instant. Each one will be covered during six classes I will offer that kick off April 22nd.   

          The instructor for these classes is Robert Rodgers PhD, founder of Parkinsons Recovery. Classes convene Tuesdays at 12:00 noon pacific time USA.

          Replays are of course available for all the classes.

          In addition to the live classes, extensive information and explanations for each method (and others) are available on the Shut Down Anxiety course platform available 24 hours a day. 

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          Robert Rodgers PhD
          Road to Recovery from Parkinsons Disease
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          robert@parkinsonsrecovery.com

          Rock Solid Walking

          Are you interested in rock solid walking? Are you sometimes anxious because of a fear you might …

          • Freeze
          • Trip
          • Stumble
          • Fall

          When these fears rear their ugly head the possibility of falling, freezing, stumbling and tripping becomes even more likely. Ugh! Many practical solutions to mobility challenges do exist. I have documented what people with Parkinson’s report helps their walking to become rock solid.

          Click on the image below to register for Rock Solid Walking
          rock solid walking

          Rock Solid Walking Online Course

          Selected for inclusion in this comprehensive online course are the most useful tips, strategies, therapies and suggestions I have documented during the past decade and a half. Many are taken from the wisdom of guests on Parkinsons Recovery Radio.

          I want everyone to know about the many proven techniques, therapies and strategies that offer the promise of reducing the troubling consequence of falling, freezing and tripping. It is high time to stop worries about having to make visits to hospital emergency rooms because of broken bones, sprains or muscle tears.

          Rock Solid WalkingThe strategies, suggestions and tips for walking have been taken from the wisdom of two primary sources: individuals with Parkinson’s symptoms and knowledgeable health care professionals. Radio show guests reveal how they have succeeded in improving their own gait, walking pace and overall stability.

          Rock Solid Walking Online CoursePhysical therapists and other health care professions who work with persons with Parkinson’s symptoms offer practical suggestions that they use with their patients.  Image is taken from https://www.chionline.org/

          Connection mind with body

          Ease of mobility is derailed when there is a disconnection between the mind and the body. This course covers how to restore this connection.

          Fundamentals of Rock Solid Walking

          The Fundamentals
          Discover tried and true strategies that make it possible for walking to be balanced, centered, stable and safe every time.

          Rock Solid Walking Feet

          Feet
          Feet need to be flexible and malleable for walking to be rock solid. Locations of rigidity in the bottom of your feet give important clues about why mobility is compromised.

          Vision affects Walking

          Vision
          Sometimes a limitation or obstruction of peripheral vision accounts for mobility challenges. Other times it is a question of where you look when walking.

          grounding affects rock solid walking

          Grounding
          A reason for falling, tripping and freezing is a lack of grounding. The human energy field that supports the physical body is top heavy. Discover ways to balance and center the energy field.

          Exercises to make walking rock solid

          Exercises
          Simple exercises are discussed that address specific problems with mobility including poor posture, rigidity, freezing and shuffling.

          Mindfulness improves gait and balance

          Mindful Walking
          Studies report that becoming mindful promotes walking that is rock solid. Become totally aware of the “now” experience rather than regretting the past or worrying about the future.

          How to Kick Start Rock Solid Walking

          How to Kick Start Mobility
          Practical Suggestions for How to Kick Start Mobility Challenges

          Music improves gait and balance

          Sound Therapy
          Research shows that listening to music that has well defined beats and rhythms facilitates a steady and reliable pace of walking.

          Light therapy improves gait and balance

          Light Therapy
          Light can have an immediate effect on effortless mobility. For some people, wearing glasses that allow a specific color to dominate vision shifts walking from being awkward to effortless.

          The online Rock Solid Walking course is accessible using any phone or computer.

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          Spine issues affect gait and balance

          Spinal Decompression
          Problems with mobility can be caused by compression in the spine which can be corrected with a series of chiropractic adjustments.

          Break Down Movements for Rock Solid Walking

          Break Down Each Movement into its Component Parts
          Any movement can be broken down into its component parts which make up the whole. Focus on the parts – not the movement taken as a whole. .

          How to train for rock solid walking

          Solution for Tick Tock Walking
          Re-train your body to remember how to walk with evenly paced, evenly distanced strides.

          Vibration therapy improves gait and balance

          Stochastic Resonance Therapy
          A new invention from Germany adds a critical feature to vibration therapy by delivering the frequency of the vibrations randomly.

          Energy Healing centers the body to make walking rock solid

          Chakra Healing
          Watch a demonstration of a brief chakra healing using the voice to emit sounds that open up the energy flow through chakras.

          Magnesium relaxes tight muscles

          Solution for Rigidity
          Magnesium is a muscle relaxant and one of the best therapies that offer relief from rigidity and stiffness..

          Trauma is the underlying cause of gait and balance problems

          Underlying Cause of Gait Difficulties
          What really lies as the foundation of mobility challenges? Answer: Trauma locks up the muscles and freezes flexibility

          Dancing makes walking rock solid

          Dance Your Way to Success
          The Tango – among other dances – helps maintain balance and centeredness. It is also fun and energizing.

          Some walkers worsen gait and balance

          Issues with Walkers
          Are you considering using a walker to prevent falls? Select one that supports good posture rather than destroying it.

          Accessing memories can make walking rock solid

          Access Memories to Facilitate Rock Solid Walking
          When struggling with large or small movements, recall an activity of the past that involved doing a similar movement effortlessly.

          Yoga improves gait and balance

          Yoga
          Consistent practice of yoga helps make rock solid walking a reality

          Guess what vitamin improves gait and balance

          One Vitamin that Helps Maintain Balance and Prevent Falls
          You may need to take more than you realize to get the benefit expected!

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          Robert Rodgers PhD

          Founder 2004
          Parkinsons Recovery
          https://www.parkinsonsrecovery.com

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