Parkinson’s Diseasein Los Angeles

Parkinson’s disease can affect movement, speech, and confidence, and supportive care may be strengthened through a functional medicine approach focused on oxidative stress, detoxification, and neurological resilience.

Supportive Parkinson’s Care Rooted in Functional Medicine

Early Parkinson’s symptoms are often subtle, and many patients initially assume they are simply signs of aging. Over time, however, tremors, slowed movement, changes in speech, and reduced coordination can begin to interfere with daily life and independence. While Parkinson’s is a complex neurodegenerative condition, many patients want supportive care that goes beyond medication alone. At Health & Vitality Center, Dr. Shiva Lalezar takes an integrative approach to Parkinson’s support, with a focus on oxidative stress, glutathione levels, and whole-body inflammation. Schedule your consultation with Health & Vitality Center to explore supportive functional medicine care for Parkinson’s disease.

Recognizing the Early Signs of Parkinson’s Disease

A spilled cup of coffee because of slightly shaky hands. Difficulty signing a check at the grocery store. Trouble “getting the words out” when speaking.

All of these may be things you chalk up to getting older, but that would be an incorrect assumption. The three scenarios described above are all classic symptoms of Parkinson’s disease, which tends to occur more often in older people, but can certainly affect young patients as well.

Natural Medicine, Glutathione, and Parkinson’s

If you have Parkinson’s disease, you may be scared and confused about what to do next. You might wonder if natural medicine could help. Dr. Shiva Lalezar, a highly regarded holistic doctor in Los Angeles and the medical director at the Health & Vitality Center, has helped many patients with various stages of Parkinson’s disease mitigate their symptoms, regain their self-confidence, and live more normal lives.

Causes of Parkinson’s

Research shows the root cause of Parkinson’s disease is a specific type of brain cell death. There are two important issues to consider:

Death of dopamine-producing neurons in a part of the brain called the substantia nigra results in Parkinson’s disease
Glutathione deficiency: Low levels of glutathione leave brain cells damaged by oxidation

Parkinsons Disease infographic

Parkinson’s Treatment Options

Conventional Approach – Pharmaceuticals

Conventional treatments for Parkinson’s disease have greatly impacted patients’ lives. From the discovery of the breakthrough drug L-dopa to the more sophisticated class of medications known as dopamine agonists (Requip, Mirapex), Parkinson’s treatment has evolved significantly over the past 60 years. However, a number of patients cannot tolerate the newer drugs because of severe side effects, and over time, symptoms of Parkinson’s worsen, and higher doses of medications are necessary.

Functional Medicine / Integrative Approach – IV Glutathione Therapy

Glutathione is an antioxidant that binds to dangerous toxins and facilitates their easy elimination. Healthy glutathione levels are severely decreased by about 40-50% in Parkinson’s patients, which leaves brain cells extremely vulnerable to oxidation. Intravenous glutathione, which effectively treats neurodegenerative disorders—including multiple sclerosis and Alzheimer’s—has been shown to alleviate disabilities brought on by Parkinson’s disease. Dr. Lalezar has achieved excellent results using IV glutathione to treat her patients with Parkinson’s disease.

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How Glutathione Therapy Helps Parkinson’s Patients

Over twenty years of research have supported a link between the death of dopamine-producing neurons and glutathione deficiency. Here’s what the research says about glutathione:

Glutathione limits free radical production
Glutathione is a strong reducing agent, protecting brain cells against oxidative damage
Glutathione slows the effects of Parkinson’s while improving brain function
Without enough glutathione, brain cells are more easily damaged by oxidation and destroyed, and improvement is essentially impossible
Using infusion therapy, glutathione is a leading symptom reducer of Parkinson’s

Dr. Lalezar has seen significant improvement among her Parkinson’s patients who have undergone IV glutathione therapy.

How Glutathione works in the body infographic

Learn More About Glutathione Treatment for Parkinson’s Disease

Dr. Shiva Lalezar will treat the underlying causes of your Parkinson’s Disease. She employs an integrative approach, combining the best conventional therapies with the latest techniques and treatments in Functional Medicine for optimal results. We are one of the leading centers for health and wellness in Los Angeles. Doctor Shiva Lalezar is an expert in IV glutathione therapy and other Functional Medicine treatments for Parkinson’s patients. Call the Health & Vitality Center at 310-477-1166 or click here to schedule an appointment. We are one of the leading Functional Medicine centers in Los Angeles.