We are all looking for ways to reduce our daily medication cocktail as much as possible and many are looking for relief in dietary supplements and especially in vitamin preparations. The neurologist Michael Okun reported in his blog in April 2023 whether this is a really good idea and what the limits are  http://parkinsonsecrets.com/

I don't want to withhold his insights from you and have therefore summarized his core statements in this article.

“Why people with Parkinson’s should only take one multivitamin daily”

Nowadays there are countless vitamins and Dietary Supplement, which are considered by Parkinson's patients as a possible support in the fight against the disease. However, the often assumed principle of “the more the merrier” can be deceptive. In fact, sometimes it may be better to stick to the essentials, as not all vitamins and supplements are without risks.

A 2017 Ottawa Citizen article highlights the risks of excessive vitamin intake. Excessive intake of certain vitamins can lead to unwanted side effects. An example of this is carotenoderma, a yellow-orange discoloration of the skin caused by too much carotene - an ingredient found in many vitamin supplements.

Vitamin B6, which is often considered beneficial and is found in many supplements, can cause problems if overdosed. It is essential for many body functions, but too much of it can lead to feelings of numbness in the extremities and other discomfort.

Too high a dose of vitamin A can also be harmful. Symptoms of vitamin A poisoning range from headaches to vision problems and, in severe cases, can have significant health consequences.

The same applies to vitamin E: an overdose can lead to serious bleeding disorders. Although vitamin D overdose is rarely caused by food or sun exposure, excessive supplementation can lead to high blood calcium levels and associated problems.

For Parkinson's patients undergoing dopamine replacement therapy, it is particularly important to pay attention to their vitamin intake. A 2023 article by Eric Ahlskog highlights that levodopa, a common dopamine replacement therapy, can affect vitamin B12, B6 and folic acid levels in the body. A balanced multivitamin can help compensate for any deficiencies and prevent complications associated with Parkinson's treatment.

Conclusion

If you have Parkinson's disease, it might make sense to limit yourself to taking one multivitamin per day. This offers everything you benötigst, and protects dich at the same time from the risks of a vitamin overdose. This is especially true if du already dopamine replacement therapy receive or will begin in the foreseeable future wirst.

My advice:
: Reduce your supplementation to one multivitamin daily. Not only will you save money, but you will also protect your health from the potential risks of a vitamin overdose. It is always advisable to consult your doctor before taking any vitamins and supplements.

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