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How do hormones affect PD?

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I understand it affects more women than men. How we differ from women; More testosterone, less estrogen. I think maybe 10 years ago there was a book titled, The Testosterone Syndrome. The upshot was cruciferous veggies helped keep these hormones in balance. Specifically DIM was the active component. Di-indolele methane.

There is a thread circulating about broccoli extracts as a treatment for PD. I took Sinemet for two years, Never really felt it affect me for good or bad. But as I sit here I'm having a smoothie: Made with broccoli, Cauliflower, and just enough apples and bananas to cover the bitterness.

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KERRINGTON

Does the smoothie make you feel any better ?

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kaypeeoh in reply to KERRINGTON

I don't feel bad. I never have the typical PD signs. Other than hand tremor and mild balance problem.

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honeycombe3

In the best spirit of support I (maintaining one's sense of humour) I don't think I can even try to sample your smoothie. It sounds like a regurgitated meal from yesterday. On a serious note I hope you can reap some benefit from trying it.

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kaypeeoh in reply to honeycombe3

Thanks for reminding me, I need to mix up a fresh batch, cauliflower, apple and honey smoothie for today. I'm out of broccoli.

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Cjbro2000 in reply to honeycombe3

LOL. I’ve tried green smoothies before. I’ve learned the worst part was getting them past my eyes! They actually don’t taste half bad, esp. with a little pineapple to sweeten. (Just not after 8 pm.)

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kaypeeoh in reply to Cjbro2000

Today's smoothie is a rich, green color but this web doesn't allow photos.

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Cjbro2000 in reply to kaypeeoh

Really? I didn’t realize that.

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kaypeeoh in reply to Cjbro2000

When I start a conversation I have the option of adding a photo but not for adding a photo to ongoing conversations. Maybe I'm not computer-literate enough.

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bepo

Broccoli sprouts are easy to grow. You grow them in a mason jar with a screen lid. They pack a punch of good nutrients.

You might consider bio-identical hormones through your doctor.

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