NOVENA PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE (DAY 9)

Day 9 (October 22, Saturday) SELF-CONTROL 


Only You alone can save me, Lord, so we sing this praise and worship song:

God, the Holy Spirit, may we be models of good deeds in every respect by being temperate, dignified, self-controlled and sound in faith, love and endurance. May we control our temper and hold our tongue when we are at the end of our tethers, especially when we grow impatient and feel pain.  May we be like Blessed John Paul II who was a model of self control, dignity and unceasing faith.

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE

 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,

May God the Father push me and remind me

To lift my toes up and swing my arms

That I may walk again and not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,

May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall

And catch me as I move forward

With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,

May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,

Broaden my horizon and show me the way

That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,

And my voice weakens as I speak,

May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me

That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait

Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace

As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins

Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease

Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge

Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

Amen.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

NOVENA PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE (DAY 8)

Day 8 (October 21, Friday) HUMILITY

" Pride and the power of sin have made it difficult for many people to speak their 'mother tongue'. In order to sing God's praoses aw must re-learn the language of humility and trust, the language of moral integrity and of sincere commitment to all that us truly good in the sight of the Lord."
                                                   Pope John Paull II
                                                   Evening Prayer at St. Louis Cathedral, St. Louis, USA
                                                   January 27, 1999

I bow before You, Lord. In all humility, I offer my life to you through this song of praise and worship:

Lord, Jesus Christ, give me a humble heart so that I can respond to Your call to be Your disciple. I will strive to preserve the unity in my household through peace and understanding. Through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II, may You grant me the gift of healing that I implore.

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE

 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,

May God the Father push me and remind me

To lift my toes up and swing my arms

That I may walk again and not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,

May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall

And catch me as I move forward

With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,

May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,

Broaden my horizon and show me the way

That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,

And my voice weakens as I speak,

May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me

That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait

Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace

As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins

Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease

Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge

Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

Amen.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

NOVENA PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE (DAY 7)

Day 7 (October 20, Thursday) MEEKNESS


As we submit ourselves to You, Lord, we open our hearts through this praise and worship song:

God, the Father, in meekness, we submit our lives for the service of others. Despite our unstable gait and soft spoken words, may we be like Blessed John Paul II in proclaiming our faith and trust in You so we will be blessed and be able to fulfill our anointing. It is through our weakness and illness that You have touched our lives so that we will call on You and be healed. 

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE

 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,

May God the Father push me and remind me

To lift my toes up and swing my arms

That I may walk again and not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,

May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall

And catch me as I move forward

With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,

May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,

Broaden my horizon and show me the way

That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,

And my voice weakens as I speak,

May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me

That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait

Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace

As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins

Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease

Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge

Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

Amen.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

NOVENA PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE (DAY 6)

"Love your families. Teach them the dignity of life; teach them the ways of harmony and peace; teach them the value of faith and prayer and goodness!... Help transform the world around you by giving the best of yourselves in the service of others and your country."

                                                                                           Pope John Paul II,
                                                                                           Homily, Amman Stadium
                                                                                           Jordan, March 21, 2000


As we prepare ourselves to receive God's goodness and mercy, let us sing praise to Him for He alone is the source of all goodness. God is Good , all the time! All the time, God is Good!

Day 6 (October 19, Wednesday) GOODNESS

Dear Lord, throughout my lifetime, I have been taught to be good and be a blessing to others. To be good is not just to follow the rules, but more so to follow You and obey your commandments. May I bring harmony and peace and spread Your good news to my family, my friends, my community and my country. Blessed John Paull II has made Your goodness known throughout the world by welcoming  and embracing everyone who wants to know You, regardless of age, sex or creed. Through Your goodness and mercy, we will receive the healing that we seek through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE

 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,

May God the Father push me and remind me

To lift my toes up and swing my arms

That I may walk again and not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,

May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall

And catch me as I move forward

With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,

May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,

Broaden my horizon and show me the way

That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,

And my voice weakens as I speak,

May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me

That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait

Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace

As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins

Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease

Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge

Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

Amen.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

NOVENA PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE (DAY 5)

Day 5 (October 18, Tuesday) KINDNESS

As we open our heart's to receive God's grace, let us put ourselves in His presence through this praise song:

Through God's loving grace and kindness, we have been blessed with the same kindness shown by the people who are taking care of us like our family, friends, relatives,caregivers, physicians, rehabilitation specialists, nutritionists and spiritual advisers. Blessed John Paul II manifested this same act of kindness to the person who almost took his life early on by forgiving him. We believe that we will be healed if we forgive those who have wronged us and extend a helping hand to others who are needy.

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE

 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,

May God the Father push me and remind me

To lift my toes up and swing my arms

That I may walk again and not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,

May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall

And catch me as I move forward

With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,

May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,

Broaden my horizon and show me the way

That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,

And my voice weakens as I speak,

May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me

That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait

Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace

As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins

Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease

Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge

Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

Amen.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

NOVENA PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE (DAY 4)

Day 4 (October 17, Monday) PATIENCE

As we go through trials everyday, let us call on God to show us the way to be patient. Through this praise and worship song, God will make a way for us to bear all our sorrows and burdens and hope for a great and brighter future:

God the Holy Spirit, grant us wisdom and knowledge as we wait patiently for the healing that you promised. May our family be blessed with patience in helping us cope with our illness. During his lifetime, Blessed John Paul has been a living testimony of how much God loves us through his patience in dealing with every religious or political leader around the world. We believe that as long as love reigns in the heart of every person we meet daily, we will be healed, for "Love is patient."

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE

 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,

May God the Father push me and remind me

To lift my toes up and swing my arms

That I may walk again and not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,

May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall

And catch me as I move forward

With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,

May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,

Broaden my horizon and show me the way

That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,

And my voice weakens as I speak,

May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me

That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait

Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace

As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins

Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease

Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge

Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

Amen.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

NOVENA PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE (DAY 3)

Day 3 (October 16, Sunday) JOY

We are on the third day of our Novena for Healing of Parkinson's Disease. Let us sing joyfully to the Lord, Jesus, with this praise song:

Dear Jesus, Son of the living God, we rejoice because we believe that through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II, our healing is near at hand. We are joyful in our ways and our speech for we know that You will always comfort us as a mother comforts his son. We thank you for the joy that You've given us when you were born because You became like one of us. You have endured so much suffering for our sake so that we will be saved from our sins. But our mourning turned to rejoicing after you have risen from the dead.

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE

 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,

May God the Father push me and remind me

To lift my toes up and swing my arms

That I may walk again and not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,

May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall

And catch me as I move forward

With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,

May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,

Broaden my horizon and show me the way

That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,

And my voice weakens as I speak,

May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me

That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait

Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace

As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins

Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease

Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge

Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

Amen.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

NOVENA PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE (DAY 2)

Day 2 (October 15, Saturday) PEACE


On this second day of the Novena for Healing of Parkinson's disease, we focus on the second gift of the Holy Spirit, which is PEACE.  Let us put ourselves in the presence of God as we join others in singing this praise song:

God, our Father, grant us the peace that we seek when confronted with different obstacles as we make our move everyday. May Your hand guide us so we won't falter in our steps. May peace always reign in our hearts even if there is fear that we would fall flat on our face. We will not be anxious but will have faith that is unwavering like that of Blessed John Paul II. We will do whatever is true, honorable, just, pure, lovely and gracious in the Lord's eyes so that the God of peace will be with us always.

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE

 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,

May God the Father push me and remind me

To lift my toes up and swing my arms

That I may walk again and not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,

May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall

And catch me as I move forward

With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,

May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,

Broaden my horizon and show me the way

That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,

And my voice weakens as I speak,

May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me

That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait

Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace

As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins

Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease

Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge

Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

Amen.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

NOVENA PRAYER FOR THE HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE (DAY 1)

Today, October 14, 2011, we are starting a 9-day Novena for the Healing of Parkinson's disease. Let us give praise and thanks to the Lord, who has given us a fruitful life on earth. Despite all the trials that we face each day, He has provided us the means to overcome them as long as we put our trust in Him and believe with all our hearts that what we ask for and what we seek, He will answer in His own time.

Day 1 (October 14, Friday) LOVE

Dear Lord, You are the greatest Healer. You have sent us Blessed John Paul II to show us how much you love us. With Your mighty power and through his intercession, we seek healing not just of our physical body but our emotional, mental, social and spiritual health as well. In keeping with your greatest commandment, we will love You with all our heart, with all our mind, with all our soul and with all our strength. We will also love our neighbors as we love ourselves.

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE

 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,

May God the Father push me and remind me

To lift my toes up and swing my arms

That I may walk again and not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,

May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall

And catch me as I move forward

With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,

May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,

Broaden my horizon and show me the way

That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,

And my voice weakens as I speak,

May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me

That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait

Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace

As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins

Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease

Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge

Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

Amen.

Our Father…

Hail Mary…

Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE THRU MEDICINE (ANTICHOLINERGICS)

      The mechanism of action of anticholinergics is believed be involved in correcting the disequilibrium between striatal dopamine and acetylcholine neurotransmission. Some anticholinergics, e.g. benzotropine, can also block dopamine uptake in central dopaminergic neurons. The anticholinergics used to treat PD specifically block muscarinic receptors. These drugs have only a small effect on PD symptoms, and that evidence for a special effect on tremor is inconclusive. Because of the risk of side effects, centrally acting anticholinergics are usually not advised for the therapy of non - motor, i.e. autonomic, dysfunctions.
    
 The clinical use of anticholinergics has been limited by their side- effect profiles and contraindications. The most commonly reported side effects are blurred vision,urinary retention, nausea, constipation (rarely leading to paralytic ileus), and dry mouth. The incidence of reduced sweating, particularly in those patients on neuroleptics, can lead to fatal heat stroke.
    
 Anticholinergics are contraindicated in patients with narrow-angle glaucoma, tachycardia, hypertrophy of the prostate, gastrointestinal obstruction, and   megacolon. Impaired mental function (mainly immediate memory and  memory acquisition) and acute confusional state are a well documented central side effect that resolves after drug withdrawal. Therefore, if dementia is present, the use of anticholinergics is contraindicated. The abrupt withdrawal of anticholinergics may lead to a rebound effect with marked deterioration of parkinsonism. Consequently, anticholinergics should be discontinued gradually and with caution.

      An anticholinergic preparation  which is commercially available in the Philippines is biperiden Hcl. The brand names of Biperiden HCl are (AKINETON) by ABBOTT,  (AKIDIN) by MED CHOICE PHARMA and (AKETON) by YOO YOUNG. The indications, dosage, manner of administration, contraindications, special precautions, adverse reactions and drug interactions are as follows:

INDICATIONS:   TAB: Adjunct therapy of all forms of parkinsonism (post-encephalitic, arteriosclerotic and idiopathic)
   AMP: Symptomatic treatment of parkinsonism including the alleviation of the extrapyramidal syndrome induced by drugs

DOSAGE:    TAB: Adult Parkinsonism : Initially 1 mg BID, increased by 2 mg/day. Maximum: 16 mg daily
        Drug-induced movement disorders : 1-4 mg once-QID
        Children : 3-15 yr 1-2 mg once-TID

ADMINISTRATION: May be taken with or without food

CONTRAINDICATIONS:     Untreated narrow-angle glaucoma
     Intestinal stenoses or obstruction
     Megacolon
     Prostatic hypertrophy
     Life-threatening tachycardia

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS:
     Avoid abrupt discontinuation.
     Increased sensitivity to side effects especially elderly.
     Enhanced risk of cerebral seizures in predisposed persons.
     Abuse
     Impaired ability to drive or operate machinery.

ADVERSE REACTIONS:     Fatigue
     Dizziness
     Drowsiness
     Dry mouth
     Rarely : Swelling of salivary glands
              Accommodation difficulties
              Mydriasis
              Photophobia
              Hypohydrosis
              Constipation
              Gastric symptoms
              Nausea
              Tachycardia
     Very rarely: Bradycardia, especially at higher doses
              Restlessness
              Agitation
              Anxiety
              Confusion
              Euphoria
     Occasionally: Impairment of memory
     In rare cases: Delirium
              Hallucinations
              Nervousness
              Headache
              Insomnia
              Dyskinesia
              Ataxia
              Muscle twitching
              Speech Impairment

DRUG INTERACTIONS:    Enhanced anticholinergic effects in combination with other psychotropic drugs
    Antihistamines
    Antiparkinsonism drugs
    Antispasmodics
    Quinidine
    Pethidine
    Dyskinesia induced by levodopa may be potentiated
    Effects of alcohol may be enhanced
    Antagonistic influence on the action of metoclopramide and compound of similar activity in the GIT.

    To get an update in the diagnosis and management of Parkinson's disease, Pinoy Parkinson's Disease or Pinoy PD is holding its First Annual Convention on October 22, 2011 in Makati City.

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HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE THRU GOOD NUTRITION

How Can A Vegetarian Diet Be Of Help To PD Patients


By Nona Lema


(Last of a 3-part article series)

The amount of  protein that the PD patient takes can have a major impact on the symptoms of the disease.  So experts say  ‘go high-carb, low-protein’ . They say PD patients who are taking levodopa need to limit the amount of proteins they eat.  Protein is made up of amino acids, and the amino acids in food interfere with levodopa getting into the brain. (Levodopa is also an amino acid). What better way to lessen protein intake than to adapt a vegetarian diet.  For a clear understanding of just how much protein an average person needs, I’m quoting here the whole of Chapter 2 of GULAY cookbook, wherein I discussed in detail about protein.

…Chapter 2    How Much Protein?

In my many years of teaching about the vegetarian diet, the most frequently asked question is, “where do you get your protein?”  Oftentimes, people are reluctant to eliminate meat from their diet because they are worried that if they do, they will somehow be protein deficient.  There is no need to be worried about protein deficiency.  This fear of ‘not getting enough protein’ from vegetable sources is not only unfounded but it actually leads to an even more serious problem.  It is how not to get too much!  Having too much protein in one’s body is actually as dangerous as not having enough.

In the world today, meat is generally thought to be the ideal source of protein.  Quality-wise, quantity-wise.  That is why nowadays whenever people say ‘protein’, it is usually associated with meat.  We were brought up thinking this way - - an idea widely propagated by major meat companies.

However,  we should be asking, is meat really the ONLY source of protein?  If we are supposed to have protein, how much is enough?  How much is too much? It is very important to know these things so that we don’t become too paranoid about so-called not getting enough.

Actually, the RDA (Recommended Dietary Allowance) of protein for an average adult is only between 40 to 65 grams daily.  Our daily needs of protein ranges from only TWO AND A HALF percent of our total daily calories up to about EIGHT percent.  So if we look at the percentage of calories from protein based on nutritive values of our local food, we will find  that if we eat, for example, an average serving of rice (16% protein) with Ginisang Mongo (29(%), our daily protein requirement is more than fully satisfied.  If we eat rice (16%) with Pritong Tokwa (43%) and some tomatoes (18%), our protein needs for the day is easily taken care of.  Even if we eat nothing but oatmeal (16%) or camote (8%) or saging na saba (8%) for the day, still we would have more than enough protein for our needs.  So here I’m showing you just how low our protein needs really are. And almost all plant food provide protein.

Once the daily requirement is met, the excess protein foes to waste.  Consuming more that what the body requires places a heavy burden on our whole system as it tries to rid the body of the excess. Meat is definitely high-protein food.  All flesh foods and eggs are considered so because they contain all the essential amino acids.  But in fact,  meat is so high in protein content that it is no longer necessary.  The body cannot absorb that much protein anyway.  For example,  an average serving of pork chop has about 180-200 grams of protein.  That’s far, far more than the daily requirement! Therefore,  if we are on a regular meat diet daily,  where does this huge amount of excess protein go?  It is broken down in the liver and excreted through the kidneys.  This causes the liver and the kidneys to work harder.  If the liver and the kidneys are overworked,  we eventually become ill.

So the point is: don’t worry.  First, we simply don’t need as much protein as we have been led to believe.  Second, whatever little amount we need, it is abundantly available in the vegetable kingdom in the form of legumes, beans, and many other vegetables.  Actually, vegetable protein is not only equal in quantity to meat protein, it is even superior in quality because none of the legumes, seeds, grains, or nuts contain cholesterol and saturated fats. Also,  they are nature-packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber and carbohydrates, whereas all flesh foods and eggs are packed with cholesterol and saturated fats.  So, we simply have to learn how to combine and balance different vegetable protein foods.  By mixing grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds in a meal, it is easy to get an adequate supply of protein containing all eight essential amino acids.

So, to summarize: Protein is an essential nutrient. We cannot just eliminate protein from the PD patients’ diet just because it interferes with levodopa.  So what do you do? The solution is to avoid high protein food such as meat and eggs AND make sure the PD patients eat enough protein from vegetable sources.

Grab the chance to meet the author, Ms. Nona Lema, in person, during the First Annual Convention of Pinoy Parkinson's Disease or Pinoy PD on October 22, 2011 in Makati City.

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HEALING OF PARKINSON'S DISEASE THRU MIRACLES AND MIGHTY DEEDS

 A diagnosis of Parkinson's disease is based on medical history and a thorough neurological examination. Sometimes a doctor may check your sense of smell. Sometimes, your doctor will have you try a medicine for Parkinson's disease. If that medicine helps your symptoms, it may help the doctor find out if you have Parkinson's disease.There are no lab tests that can diagnose Parkinson's disease and there is no known cure. But Parkinson's disease can affect many aspects of a person's daily life and give him so much reason to despair and give up. However, with careful planning and activity moderation, the effects of Parkinson's can become much less stressful and intrusive. It also entails praying for healing through miracles and mighty deeds.


                                          The miracle of John Paul II: Marie Simon- Pierre

SCRIPTURES:

" When it was evening, they brought him many who were possessed by demons, and he drove out the spirits by a word and cured all the sick to fulfill what had been said by Isaiah the prophet: "He took away our infirmities and bore our diseases."...
                                

..." A woman suffering hemorrhages for twelve years came up behind him and touched the tassel on his cloak. She said to herself, ' If only I can touch his cloak, I shall be cured.' Jesus turned around and saw he, and said, 'Courage, daughter! Your faith has saved you,' And from that hour the woman was cured."...
    

..." And as Jesus passed on from there, two blind men followed [him], crying out, 'Son of David, have pity on us!' When he entered the house, the blind men approached him and Jesus said to them, 'Do you beleive that I can do this?' 'Yes, Lord,' they said to him. Then he touched their eyes and said,'Let it be done for you according to your faith.' And their eyes were opened."...
  

..."Jesus went around to all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom, and curing every disease and illness. At the sight of the crowds, his heart was moved with pity for them because they were troubled and abandoned, like sheep without a shepherd."...

..." Jesus sent out these twelve after instructing them thus, ' Do not go into pagan territory or enter a Smaaritan town. Go rather to the lost sheep of the house of Israel. As you go, make this proclamation: 'The kingdom of heaven is at hand. Cure the sick, raise the dead, cleanse lepers, drive out demons.'"

                                        Matthew 8:16-17; 9:20-22, 27-30,35-36; 10:5-8

PRAYER:

PRAYER FOR HEALING OF PARKINSON’S DISEASE
 THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF BLESSED JOHN PAUL II

When my legs are frozen in place,
May God the Father push me and remind me
To lift my toes up so that I may walk again
And not be afraid.

When I feel like falling or as my posture stoops,
May Jesus Christ, God the Son, break my fall
And catch me as I move forward
With my legs braced and feet wide apart.

When my movement is slow and I hesitate,
May God the Holy Spirit enlighten my path,
Broaden my horizon and show me the way
That I will be more agile and sure in my steps and bearing.

When my hands and feet are shaking, or my chin trembles,
And my voice weakens as I speak,
May Mother Mary embrace me to calm me and assure me
That everything will be okay and I can rest in her arms and wait
Until everything is still and steady and I am in peace
As my voice grows strong and clear.

Forgive me, God the Father, for all my sins
Heal me, God the Son, from my Parkinson’s disease
Bless me, God the Holy Spirit, with wisdom and knowledge
Love me, Mother Mary, so that I can love and serve others despite my PD.

We ask all these, through the intercession of Blessed John Paul II.
Amen.

Our Father…
Hail Mary…
Glory Be…

Blessed John Paul II, Pray for us.

ACTION:


Today I will take that extra step and not be afraid. I will recite the prayer for healing of parkinson's disease 3x a day,i.e., when I wake up in the morning, after my midday meal and before retiring at night. I will register and attend the first convention on Pinoy PD and socialize with other Pinoy PD's so we can share each others joys and sorrows.


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