June 2024
VISON & PARKINSON’S DISEASE FOR PARKINSON’S
Parkinson’s disease and eye health will be the focus of the June 4th meeting of the Parkinson’s Support Group of Asheville. Dr. Casey Krug, an optometrist at Elite Eye Care, will talk about vision changes caused by Parkinson’s disease and treatments.
May 2024
DIET & NUTRITION FOCUS FOR PARKINSON’S
The Parkinson’s Support Group of Asheville will explore diet and nutrition at its May 7 meeting. Kendra Miller, a registered dietitian nutritionist, and co-owner of Fueling Life Nutrition in Asheville will talk about how good eating habits and a balanced diet can help people with Parkinson’s feel their best and maintain their energy.
April 2024
TAI CHI BENEFITS FOR PARKINSON’S
The Parkinson’s Support Group of Asheville is pleased to announce our first educational fair, which will take place as part of our monthly general meeting on April 2, from 10:00 am to noon at Groce Methodist Church (954 Tunnel Rd. in Asheville).
March 2024
TAI CHI BENEFITS FOR PARKINSON’S
Tai Chi, a 6,000-year-old Chinese martial art, is gradually becoming more recognized as a form of beneficial therapy for Parkinson’s patients, as well as many others.
February 2024
AEROBIC EXERCISE AND PARKINSON’S
Multiple clinical trials have demonstrated that aerobic exercise in particular can enhance cognitive functioning, such as learning, thinking, remembering, and problem solving.
January 2024
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU!
“You don’t need motivation to be healthy, you need consistency.”
This time of year, many people get “motivated” to work out and then stop by the end of January (just ask the gyms!). The key is for you to move every day. It doesn’t have to be the best workout ever, it doesn’t have to be the most stimulating, it just needs to happen.
