Nutrition and Parkinson’s Disease

Learn how nutritional modifications can impact care for people with Parkinson’s Disease.

Participants are expected to watch the video, reflect on its content, and complete the CEU self-assessment and CEU evaluation. Only upon completing this process will a participant's continuing education certificate be generated. The estimated time a learner will need to complete this self-study activity is 45 minutes. 

This activity is approved for continuing education for physicians, nurses, and dietitians.

The George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences designates this enduring activity for a maximum of 0.75 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Objectives:

• Understand how nutrition and diet may interact with medical therapies and treat some symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease. 

• Discuss the current state of our knowledge regarding the basic mechanisms playing a role in the pathophysiology of Parkinson’s disease and how nutrition and the gut microbiome may contribute. 

Requirements for successful completion: Participants will be awarded contact hours commensurate with participation after completion of the post-test with a score of 70% or higher.