One of the least talked about symptoms of Parkinson’s disease is insomnia. And yet, it’s often one of the biggest problems. That’s for two reasons. First, the symptoms of Parkinson’s are worse when the patient doesn’t get enough sleep. And second, insomnia is very common in Parkinson’s. And now a new study points out why it is so common, what might be one of the factors causing Parkinson’s in the first place, and what can be done about it. 

I’ve talked a lot about antidepressants in the past. While I don’t think they’re always a bad option, I do think they’re prescribed far too frequently. I also think they’re prescribed for far too long. In fact, this is something that the FDA and I agree on.

When you hear about an extract that promotes weight loss, it’s usually a bunch of baloney. However, this one is different. It’s not some chemicals thrown together in a lab so someone can make a quick buck. It’s actually a natural extract from food – we just don’t eat this part of the food very often, if ever.