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Hi, I Am 60 Yrs Old Diagnosed 2 Yrs Ago. I Have Always Been Thin All My Life And Hard To Gain. I Have Lost 8 Pounds. How Can I Gain?

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Pewaukee, WI
September 14
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Thank you

September 19
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

PD can reduce muscle mass very quickly if you are not building it as quickly as PD IS taking it away.

A combination of exercise programs are the most effective.

September 18
A MyParkinsonsTeam Member

To help gain weight with Parkinson's, consider the following tips:

- High-Calorie, High-Nutrient Foods: Focus on foods rich in unsaturated fats like walnuts, pecans, flaxseed, canola and olive oil, and fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, lake trout, and sardines. These foods are also rich in Omega-3 fatty acids Show Full Answer

To help gain weight with Parkinson's, consider the following tips:

- High-Calorie, High-Nutrient Foods: Focus on foods rich in unsaturated fats like walnuts, pecans, flaxseed, canola and olive oil, and fatty fish such as salmon, tuna, mackerel, lake trout, and sardines. These foods are also rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, which might have neuroprotective effects.
- Frequent Meals: Eat smaller, more frequent meals throughout the day.
- Consult Your Doctor: Determine a healthy target weight and get personalized advice.
- Track Your Weight: Weigh yourself weekly to monitor progress.

Always consult your doctor before making significant dietary changes.

September 14

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