Diet, gut bacteria, and brain health in Parkinson's
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study looks at how changing your diet affects the connection between your gut, immune system, and brain. It's for people with Parkinson's who eat a typical Western diet high in processed foods.
Summary written for real people, not researchers, by Clin2.
Who can take part
- You have Parkinson's disease that is mild to moderate (stages 1-2.5 on a standard scale).
- You eat a typical Western diet where at least 30% of your calories come from ultra-processed foods.
- You are not currently following a plant-based diet.
- You do not have food allergies or intolerances.
- You do not have serious gut diseases like celiac disease or diabetes, and you are not underweight.
- You do not smoke regularly and do not expect changes to your Parkinson's medications or antibiotics during the study.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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