Nutrition, Parkinson’s, and the Gut Brain Connection with Functional Nutritionist Carolee Horner

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Beyond My Diagnosis, I welcome back Carolee Horner, functional nutritionist and health coach, to talk about Parkinson’s disease, gut health, inflammation, and how small, realistic nutrition changes can dramatically improve quality of life for both patients and caregivers.Carolee shares why Parkinson’s found her, not the other way around, and how working with the Parkinson’s community shifted her perspective on neurological conditions, nutrition, and healing. We explore the powerful connection between the gut and the brain, why constipation is often an early symptom of Parkinson’s, and how food can either support or challenge the nervous system.This conversation is practical, compassionate, and empowering, especially for anyone feeling overwhelmed by a diagnosis or unsure where to begin.In this episode, you will learn: • Why nutrition plays a critical role in Parkinson’s disease management • How gut health and brain health are deeply connected • What inflammation and oxidative stress mean for neurological conditions • Why constipation is one of the most overlooked Parkinson’s symptoms • How processed foods impact the nervous system • The truth about protein, levodopa, and common nutrition myths • Why small, sustainable changes work better than strict diets • How caregivers and families can eat together without isolationAbout Carolee: Carolee Horner is a functional nutritionist and board-certified health and wellness coach who works with people living with Parkinson’s disease and their care partners. She focuses on gut and brain health strategies that support the whole family and help slow symptom progression using integrative, realistic approaches.Carolee’s Links: 🌐 http://www.nutritionforpd.com 📘 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100095318119061