Slow is the New Fast – a Column by Jean Mellano

March 3, 2020March 2, 2020

Does an Exercise Lifestyle Before Parkinson’s Onset Affect Progression?

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“When it comes to eating right and exercising, there is no ‘I’ll start tomorrow.’ Tomorrow is disease.” –V.L. Allineare In December, I asked members of the Parkinson’s News Today ... Read more

February 11, 2020February 10, 2020

Is My Parkinson’s Honeymoon Over?

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When I started writing this column, I was having a pity party and was in a bad place. Wanting to reflect positivity, I decided to stop writing until I ... Read more

January 7, 2020January 6, 2020

Mission Impossible: Getting Dressed

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“Your mission, should you choose to accept it … This tape will self-destruct in 10 seconds.” — Mission: Impossible (TV series). What is my problem? At times, putting on ... Read more

December 3, 2019November 27, 2019

Plant-based Diets: What About Dairy?

Columns, Slow is the New Fast - a Column by Jean Mellano

Plant-based diets might aid in the prevention and reversal of disease. People with Parkinson’s disease can benefit from plant-based diets. Plant-based, vegetarian, and vegan diets I became a vegetarian ... Read more

November 5, 2019November 5, 2019

Laughing at Myself While Lost at the Library

Columns, Slow is the New Fast - a Column by Jean Mellano

“It’s good to be able to laugh at yourself and the problems you face in life. Sense of humor can save you.” –Margaret Cho Lately, I feel like my ... Read more

October 1, 2019September 27, 2019

Parkinson’s Is My New Mountain

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In the spring of 2006, I was with a cycling group that headed out for a ride up a mountain to the town of Lluc in Majorca, Spain. It ... Read more

September 3, 2019August 29, 2019

The Top Things I Learned in Parkinson’s Summer School

Columns, Slow is the New Fast - a Column by Jean Mellano

Laurie K. Mischley, a naturopathic doctor, assembled approximately 60 people with Parkinson’s for a conference at Bastyr University’s Seattle campus in August. The six-day “summer school” included lectures, exercise ... Read more

August 6, 2019September 11, 2019

What Not to Say to Someone with Parkinson’s Disease

Columns, Slow is the New Fast - a Column by Jean Mellano

Not all people with Parkinson’s disease experience the same symptoms. For example, I am most affected by bradykinesia, poor fine motor skills, incontinence, and fatigue. I was inspired to ... Read more

July 9, 2019August 28, 2019

Fighting Back with Kindness and Compassion

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“It doesn’t matter what cards you’re dealt. It’s what you do with those cards. Never complain. Just keep pushing forward. Find a positive in anything and just fight for ... Read more

June 25, 2019June 20, 2019

The Race of My Life

Columns, Slow is the New Fast - a Column by Jean Mellano

Participate or compete? Prior to being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease, I used to participate in 5K walks and duathlons for fun. Now, I am competing in the race of ... Read more

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