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Book Review: Ending Parkinson’s Disease – Key Takeaways
Hi, it’s David from Life With Parkinson’s . This past Christmas, I received a gift that turned out to be far more than just a book — it was a wake-up call, a challenge, and a roadmap all rolled into one. The book is called Ending Parkinson’s Disease: A Prescription for Action , and it’s written by four leading doctors who have spent their careers on the frontlines of the Parkinson’s battle. If you’re new here — welcome. I hope you’ll consider subscribing or following along a

David Gebhart
1 day ago7 min read


Parkinson’s Awareness Month: How to Join the Conversation
For Parkinson’s Awareness Month, I had the opportunity to sit down and talk with Charlotte , who runs The Owl YouTube channel . Like me, she shares her life and experiences living with Parkinson’s disease. Over time, we’ve supported each other’s ventures on YouTube, and when we talked about collaborating, it felt like the perfect way to raise awareness and show others that they’re not alone on this journey. In this post, I want to share the essence of our conversation — t

David Gebhart
1 day ago9 min read


Caregiving 101: Resources & Support for Parkinson’s Care Partners
David and Hayley share honest insights on how to communicate with love, patience, and respect while living with Parkinson’s. A heartfelt look at self-esteem and caregiving balance.

David Gebhart
Oct 124 min read


Personal Story: 8 Years with Parkinson’s – What’s Changed
David reflects on eight years with Parkinson’s and shares three powerful life lessons about acceptance, energy, and living in the present.

David Gebhart
Oct 126 min read


Managing Anxiety and Stress in Parkinson’s
Hi, it’s David and Hayley from Life with Parkinson’s . If you’re new here, welcome — we’re glad you found us. And to those of you who...

David Gebhart
Oct 46 min read


Natural Remedies Spotlight: Can Light Therapy (PBM) Improve Symptoms?
Living with Parkinson’s comes with daily challenges, but it also brings opportunities to explore new approaches that may help improve...

David Gebhart
Oct 44 min read


Top Parkinson’s Supplements: Benefits and Cautions
Living with Parkinson’s disease means navigating an endless stream of information, advice, and hopeful promises. Over the years, I’ve...

David Gebhart
Sep 276 min read


Parkinson’s Tech: How Apps Like TurnTo Are Empowering Patients
Recently, I had the privilege of sitting down with Jessica Dove London , the founder and CEO of the Turnoto Group . They’ve just launched...

David Gebhart
Sep 277 min read


3 Mistakes I Made Accepting Caregiving Help with Parkinson’s — And What I Learned
Parkinson’s disease brings with it a whole range of changes. Some are surprisingly easy to live with, while others are far more...

David Gebhart
Sep 247 min read


How I Was Diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease
Hi, I’m David Gebhart. I’m 44 years old, and I live in British Columbia, Canada. Back in May of 2017, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s...

David Gebhart
Sep 1312 min read


The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 8: Living with Parkinson’s: Facing New Challenges with Dyskinesia
Just when I thought I had my treatment plan under control , everything shifted. Living with Parkinson’s disease (PD) often feels like...

David Gebhart
Aug 308 min read


The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 7: The Impact of OFF Times: Finding Solutions
Living with Parkinson’s isn’t always about the visible tremors or the medications I take — sometimes it’s the quiet, heavy moments that...

David Gebhart
Aug 276 min read


The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 6: Can a Cup of Tea Help with Parkinson’s? My Journey with Herbs, Farnesol & Luteolin
It’s been nearly fifty years since the gold standard treatment for Parkinson’s was introduced. I’m grateful for the ways it has helped me...

David Gebhart
Aug 2611 min read


The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 5: Parkinson’s Disease Stole My Energy – How I Got It Back
Living with Parkinson’s drained my energy and strength. Discover how I used diet, exercise, and red light therapy to fight fatigue, support mitochondria, and get my life back.

David Gebhart
Aug 168 min read


The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 4: My New Parkinson’s VILIM Ball Treatment Update – 3 Months In
After 3 months using the VILIM Ball, I’m sharing how VILIM ball impacted my Parkinson’s symptoms—from freezing and dystonia to anxiety and mobility.

David Gebhart
Aug 168 min read


The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 3: How I Made My Parkinson’s Treatment Plan
What makes a good treatment plan for Parkinson’s? That’s a big question. And if you’re like me, it can feel a little overwhelming at...

David Gebhart
Aug 127 min read


The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 2: My Parkinson’s Diet Plan: What You Need to Know
There’s a quote: “Let food be thy medicine, and medicine be thy food.” — Hippocrates It sounds simple, but it’s led me to reshape how I...

David Gebhart
Aug 56 min read


The Parkinson’s Journey – Chapter 1: You're Out of Options for Parkinson’s Treatments
In the world of chronic illness, few words land harder than this one-liner: “I’m sorry, there’s nothing more that can be done for you.”...

David Gebhart
Aug 47 min read


When the Urge Won’t Let Go: My Journey through Parkinson’s, Dopamine, and Compulsive Behaviors
Understanding Impulsive and Compulsive Behaviors (ICBs) Before I learned the term ICB , I was living it. Experts define ICBs as...

David Gebhart
Aug 310 min read


Protein and Parkinson’s: Three Things You Need to Know
For me, living with Parkinson’s feels like a daily battle just trying to time my meals around my medication. I often joke that my life...

David Gebhart
Aug 36 min read
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