Because of potential drug-nutrient interactions, it would be more beneficial to provide the majority of their dietary protein to patients with Parkinson disease

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L-Dopa is given to patients with Parkinson disease to help control the tremors, rigidity, and bradykinesia associated with the disease.However, large neutral amino acids compete with L-dopa for absorption, and this is thought to alter the rate of entry of L-dopa into the circulation and its uptake into the brain.To reduce the presence of symptoms during the day when the patient is most active, dietary protein should be minimized at breakfast and lunch and added with the evening meal.This improves mobility of the patient during the day.

Because of Potential Drug-Nutrient Interactions, It Would Be More Beneficial