A recent study shows a strong correlation between high consumption of ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and the early signs of Parkinson's disease. Conducted with nearly 43,000 middle-aged participants over 26 years, the research found those consuming 11 or more daily servings of UPFs exhibited a 2.5-fold increase in Parkinson's symptoms compared to those consuming less than three servings. Experts, including Dr. Xiang Gao, highlight the role of diet in the disease's progression, urging a shift towards more balanced eating habits to mitigate risks.
"There's growing evidence that diet might influence the development of Parkinson's disease," said study author Dr. Xiang Gao of the Institute of Nutrition at Fudan University in Shanghai, China.
"Our research shows that eating too much processed food, like sugary sodas and packaged snacks, might be speeding up early signs of Parkinson's disease."
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