In a survey from 2011, the Parkinson’s Foundation uncovered that people will avoid a visit to the doctor even though they are experiencing the worrying symptoms of Parkinson’s, including tremors. This is perhaps why it’s even more important that you know the 10 most common early symptoms of the disease.

There might not be any cure for the disease, but early diagnosis is key in getting the treatment right. As per the Parkinson’s Foundation, the following symptoms of 10 early signs of the disease.

The Symptoms

Loss of Smell

This might be one of the least recognizing sign of Parkinson’s. It may also include a loss of taste, as there is an overlap in these two senses. So, if your favorite types of food suddenly don’t taste the same or everyone else is commenting on a scent that you can’t detect then it may be an indication that Parkinson’s disease is on the horizon. Continue reading →

It’s difficult to say with absolute certainty whether Parkinson’s disease can be prevented, the reason for this is that researchers don’t yet know the exact cause of the disease. While research has progressed and we are at a stage where the majority of Parkinson’s patients can live an almost normal life with treatment, we are still no further forward on the causation front.

Having said that, there are a few things, which researchers believe may contribute to the onset of Parkinson’s disease, which means you can take steps to try and prevent it from occurring.

Cut Out Caffeine

According to the Mayo Clinic, researchers believe that caffeine may be involved in causing Parkinson’s. You can increase your intake of green tea and replace your coffee and tea with this hot beverage instead. Continue reading →