Surprising Effects of Coffee, Aspirin, and Smoking on PD Symptoms

[Esperanto]

Many studies have shown that certain substances can slow down the onset of PD. However , the effect of these substances on PD symptoms after diagnosis is often not fully examined.

For instance, recent findings suggest that smoking, coffee consumption, and aspirin intake may play a role in modifying the age at which PD develops. While there is hope for improvements in PD symptoms, it is important to consider that these improvements may not always occur.

In one particular study however, the objective was to explore the association between coffee drinking, aspirin intake, smoking, and motor and non-motor symptoms in a group of American patients with PD. The key findings of this study are as follows:

- Only coffee drinkers had fewer problems with swallowing compared to non-coffee drinkers. However, the dosage and duration of coffee intake were not found to be associated with motor or non-motor symptoms.

- On the other hand, the study revealed that aspirin intake was linked to specific motor and non-motor symptoms in PD patients. These symptoms included tremors, difficulties getting up, light-headedness, and problems with memory. This suggests that aspirin use may have an impact on the severity of these symptoms in PD.

- Additionally, the study found a direct association between smoking and various symptoms in PD patients. Smokers had more problems with drooling, swallowing, freezing, unexplained pains, memory problems, and feelings of sadness. These findings indicate that smoking may worsen both motor and non-motor symptoms in PD.

Coffee, smoking and aspirin are associated with age at onset in idiopathic Parkinson’s disease

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[park_bear]

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[Esperanto in reply to park_bear]

Indeed, it also addresses the last question you asked in your post: "has anyone here taken up drinking coffee after receiving a Parkinson's diagnosis, and if so did it make any difference?" The analysis conducted on the Fox Insight cohort found that there was very little association between coffee drinking and the severity of motor symptoms in PD. However, it showed a negative relationship with chewing and swallowing, suggesting that those who drank coffee had fewer problems with these activities. Additionally, there was a positive relationship between unexplained pains and the dosage of coffee consumed. This seems sufficient to continue enjoying good organic coffee for now and hoping for positive long-term results! Fortunately, I don't have an aspirin and nicotine addiction.…