selenium, manganese and copper with PD

Sorry, I am not that clear about your opinion on the trace elements (selenium, manganese, copper). Are these trace elements recommended for PD patients? If so, what is the rationale for this?

Thanks for your advice.

Dr Chew Nee Kong.



Best regards,

Kathrynne Holden, MS

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22-January 07 Locationwww.nutritionucanlivewith.com Posted Today, 11:25 AM

Dear Dr. Chew,
Please see my response to Mr. Teo regarding trace elements. In general, these trace elements are considered to be among the “vital nutrients” – those which are required to support and maintain human life. Thus, a certain minimal amount is needed by all humans; so far as I am aware, this is regardless whether they have PD or not.

In rare cases, an individual may be born with a disease such as hemochromatosis or Wilson’s disease, in which he/she is genetically unable to metabolize a nutrient normally. In such cases, the supervising physician must diagnose the disease and provide the proper treatment. I am not aware that PD or medications used to treat PD are affected by these trace elements when ingested in normal amounts from a balanced diet or high-quality supplements providing the recommended daily amount. However, if you have information to the contrary, I hope you will share it with this forum, as it will be important for the health of many people with PD.

Best regards,

Kathrynne Holden, MS

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