However, there are two dairy products that are exceptions to Parkinson’s.
REPUBLIKA.CO.ID, JAKARTA — According to the Parkinson’s Foundation, nearly one million people in the US are living with the disease. While studying Parkinson’s disease, researchers continue to report surprising information about this progressive nervous system disorder. For example, surviving a heart attack can lower your risk parkinson a person by 20 percent, and where you live can affect your chances of getting the disease.
Now, a new study published in Nutritional Neuroscience shows that drinks considered healthy by many may increase the risk of Parkinson’s. The drink in question is cow’s milk and dairy products certain other.
“Many studies have found evidence of an association between Parkinson’s disease and low-fat dairy products. Epidemiological investigations have concluded that the antiuremic effect of milk protein is the main culprit behind this association,” said Usmarah Hussain, editor at Brain Reference. BestLife, Thursday (13/7/2022).
So why does drinking milk increase a person’s risk of Parkinson’s? Osama said that urate is a common waste product produced by the breakdown of chemicals called purines. Urate protects the body from Parkinson’s, but milk protein reduces urate production which in turn reduces a person’s ability to fight Parkinson’s.
“But it should be noted that sour milk and yogurt are exceptions,” said Osama.
This information certainly causes confusion because so far many studies have found that drinking milk can be beneficial for certain aspects of health such as heart health. But if you want to reduce your risk of developing Parkinson’s, it might be wise to rethink not consuming dairy.
“Eating foods and drinks that contain flavonoids, such as berries, apples, orange juice, and tea can reduce the risk of Parkinson’s disease in men by up to 40 percent,” says Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH). Several studies have shown that drinking caffeine can cut risk as well.
Public awareness of Parkinson’s has grown over the years, especially after actor Michael J Fox revealed his diagnosis of the disease in 1998. The National Institute on Aging (NIH) describes Parkinson’s as a brain disorder that causes unwanted or uncontrollable movements, such as shaking, stiffening. , and difficulties with balance and coordination.
The NIH explains that parkinsomal symptoms tend to start slowly and get worse over time. “As the disease progresses, patients may have difficulty walking and speaking,” the NIH expert says.
Parkinson’s can also cause problems with memory and sleep, as well as mental and behavioral difficulties. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that in the period between 1999 and 2017, the death rate for adults over the age of 65 with Parkinson’s increased by 57 percent.
Scientists don’t know for sure what causes Parkinson’s, but it’s estimated that 15 percent of cases may be due to genetics. Other possible causes of Parkinson’s may include environmental triggers, as well as the presence of a substance in the brain called Lewy.
“Aging may also play a role. And men are more likely to suffer from parkinson’s than women,” the expert said.
No drugs or causes of parkinson’s known, it is important to know how to prevent the disease. Participating in physical activity and eating a healthy, balanced diet is recommended, among other lifestyle choices.
