Healing Parkinson’s from Gut to Spirit

In our last post here, we opened the door to understanding the neurological, emotional, and energetic patterns of Parkinson’s disease. Today, we go a step further — towards healing.

Parkinson’s is not just a disease of dopamine deficiency. It is, from a broader lens, a systemic imbalance: of motion, rhythm, time, and even space — both in the brain and the soul. Let us now take hands with ancient medicine and integrative science to explore healing pathways.

Different Views of the Disease, the Prion-Like Spread Hypothesis

• Scientists hypothesize that misfolded alpha-synuclein might first accumulate in the enteral nervous system due to environmental toxins, inflammation, or microbiome dysbiosis.

• This misfolded protein behaves like a prion — meaning it can induce normal alpha-synuclein in neighboring cells to misfold and aggregate.

• These aggregates then travel along the vagus nerve, a major nerve connecting the gut to the brainstem, acting like a “highway” for disease spread.

  In short, it is hypothesized that the disease actually starts in the gut and travels to the brain through the vagus nerve.

EEG Changes in Parkinson’s Disease

EEG studies have identified several characteristic alterations in brain wave patterns among individuals with Parkinson's:

• Increased Delta (0.5–4 Hz) and Theta (4–8 Hz) Power: These low-frequency waves are often elevated in PD patients, correlating with motor deficits and cognitive decline. arXiv

• Decreased Alpha (8–12 Hz) and Beta (13–30 Hz) Power: Reductions in these higher-frequency bands are associated with impaired motor control and cognitive functions. 

• Altered Functional Connectivity: Studies have observed disruptions in the synchronization between different brain regions, particularly in the delta and theta bands, which may reflect underlying neurodegenerative processes. 

  
  

Predictive Potential of EEG

Advanced EEG analysis techniques, such as quantitative EEG (qEEG) and machine learning algorithms, have shown promise in distinguishing PD patients from healthy individuals. These methods analyze spectral features and connectivity patterns to identify subtle changes in brain activity that precede clinical symptoms. 

For instance, a study utilizing qEEG found that specific EEG markers could predict the progression of cognitive decline in PD patients over a three-year period

What does it mean

There are now many neural feedback technology as Muse that utilizes EEG (electroencephalography) neurofeedback technology, which measures brainwave activity in real time and provides users with immediate feedback to guide meditation and promote relaxation. This kind of brainwave monitoring can help improve neuroplasticity, reduce stress, and enhance cognitive function—all crucial factors in supporting brain health for people at risk of or living with Parkinson’s disease.

By training the brain to enter calmer, more balanced states, EEG neurofeedback may help stabilize neural networks affected by Parkinson’s and support the body’s natural healing processes. When combined with other integrative therapies such as sound frequencies, movement, and herbal medicine, this technology offers a promising tool for holistic Parkinson’s care.

Ancient Wisdom: Ayurveda and Beyond

Ayurveda: The Dance of Vata

As mentioned in the first post, Ayurveda classifies Parkinson’s under Kampavata, a Vata disorder marked by dryness, instability, and erratic movement — both physiological and mental. But deeper within, many cases arise from vata vitiation in a pitta-dominant person. Think of fire losing direction and becoming windblown ash.

Core Ayurvedic principles for healing include:

• Snehana (oiling): Sesame oil massages to ground the body.

• Shirodhara: Pouring medicated oils on the forehead to calm the mind and restore the third eye.

• Nasya: Herbal oil nasal drops to cleanse and calm the nervous system.

• Basti (enemas): Especially matra basti with dashamula or ashwagandha oils to stabilize vata in the colon.

• Medhya Rasayanas (cognitive tonics): Brahmi (Bacopa), Ashwagandha, and Shankhpushpi support cognition and stress adaptation [1].

"Where there is fear, there is vata. Where there is loss of rhythm, there is a call for Earth."— Ayurvedic Proverb

Traditional Chinese Medicine: Liver Wind and Shen Disturbance

In TCM, Parkinson’s often maps onto a "Liver Wind stirring internally" pattern, often accompanied by deficiency of kidney essence and phlegm obstruction.

Key TCM practices include:

• Acupuncture targeting points like GB20, LI4, LV3 to calm tremors.

• Herbal formulas like Tian Ma Gou Teng Yin for internal wind, and Zhi Bai Di Huang Wan to nourish kidney yin [2].

• Qigong and Tai Chi to restore flow and balance—slowness here is medicine, not symptom.

  
  

Functional & Natural Medicine: Microbiome, Mitochondria & Metal Toxicity

Recent findings in functional medicine suggest:

• Gut-Brain Axis: Parkinson’s may begin in the gut. Alpha-synuclein aggregates are found in the enteric nervous system before brain symptoms arise [3].

• Dysbiosis and Parasites: Imbalanced gut flora, candida, or parasites may contribute to neuroinflammation. Natural cleanses using neem, black walnut, clove, and wormwood (short-term only) can help.

  
  

Herbal & Nutritional Allies

• Mucuna pruriens: A natural source of L-DOPA with added antioxidant benefits [4]. It is a legume. Some studies have show that it might have a faster onset of action and last longer than carbidopa/levodopa without increasing dyskinesias. However this is usually not controlled natural remedy and the level of L-Dopa in mucuna pruriens powders are very different. It is estimates that approximately 15-30 mg of mucuna pruriens is equivalent to approximately 50/200 mg levodopa. The starting dose of mucuna pruriens is suggested at 5 mg once daily. However, always consult with your doctor beforehand.

• Curcumin: Potent anti-inflammatory for the brain.

• Omega-3s (EPA/DHA): Reduce brain inflammation and stabilize cell membranes.

• Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus): Nerve-growth-stimulating mushroom studied for neurogenesis. Taken in dosages 500-1000 mg a day.

• Chinese licorice root extract (Glycurrhiza uralensis) - very potent extract used in Chinese medicine for Parkinson and many other neurodegenerative diseases. Improves symptoms and prevents further nerve damage. Used in extract form 250-500 mg 1-3 x daily or in dried root decoction (5-10 g boiled in water)

Healing Frequencies

General Healing Frequencies for Parkinson’s Support

1. 40 Hz (Gamma frequency)

   • Research-backed: Studies show that 40 Hz stimulation (via light and sound) may reduce amyloid and tau protein buildup in the brain, which is also relevant to neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's.

   • May improve cognition, motor control, and reduce neuroinflammation.

   • Can be applied via sound, vibration, or light therapy (e.g., flashing LED glasses or devices).

2. 432 Hz (Natural frequency of the universe)

   • Promotes calmness, grounding, and emotional balance.

   • May support stress reduction and sleep — important for Parkinson's management.

3. 528 Hz (Solfeggio frequency for DNA repair)

   • Called the “miracle tone,” it’s associated with cellular healing and transformation.

   • May support overall wellness and cellular regeneration.

4. 639 Hz (Heart chakra, relationships)

   • Balances emotional centers; may help reduce emotional burden, anxiety, and promote inner peace.

5. 7.83 Hz (Schumann resonance)

   • The Earth's natural frequency — promotes deep relaxation, grounding, and nervous system balance.

   • Often used in binaural beats or grounding mats.

     
     

🔹 Vibroacoustic Therapy (VAT) for Parkinson’s

• This involves low-frequency sound vibrations (30–120 Hz) delivered through special chairs, beds, or pads.

• Benefits:

  • Relaxation of stiff muscles

  • Improved mobility

  • Reduced tremors and rigidity

Clinical studies (e.g., Särkämö et al., 2014) suggest VAT improves motor symptoms and mood in Parkinson’s patients.

Body-Soul Integration

Healing Parkinson’s isn’t only physical. It’s about re-establishing rhythm in a world of acceleration.

Tools of integration:

• Somatic movement therapies: Feldenkrais, Alexander Technique, and Craniosacral therapy.

• Music and rhythm therapy: Engages the basal ganglia and supports natural walking rhythms.

• Forest bathing & grounding: Earth calms the nervous system. Make it a ritual.

• Emotional work: Exploring loss, grief, and control patterns gently but deeply.

  
  

  Technological advancement

  Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is a neurosurgical treatment used for advanced Parkinson’s disease when medications are no longer effective or cause troubling side effects. It involves implanting electrodes into specific areas of the brain—usually the subthalamic nucleus or globus pallidus interna—which are then connected to a pulse generator (like a pacemaker) placed under the skin in the chest. This device delivers electrical impulses that help regulate abnormal brain activity, reducing tremors, stiffness, and dyskinesias. While DBS does not cure Parkinson’s or stop its progression, it can significantly improve quality of life for selected patients. From an energetic perspective, DBS is like retuning the brain’s electrical rhythm—a modern tool that echoes ancient attempts to restore inner harmony through frequency and flow.

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The Spiritual View: A Journey of Inner Stillness

Ancient mystics considered tremors and loss of bodily control as calls to deep surrender — a breaking of the ego’s grip. In many shamanic and energy traditions, the upper chakras are overstimulated, while the lower (root, sacral) are neglected. This can result in being “top-heavy” — unable to ground. When the Body Trembles, the Soul Speaks.

All the best, Beings in Healings!

Some of the Key References

1. Lad, V. Ayurvedic Perspectives on Selected Pathologies, Ayurvedic Press, 2002.

2. Chen, J., Chen, T. Chinese Medical Herbology and Pharmacology, Art of Medicine Press, 2004.

3. Mulak, A., Bonaz, B. (2015). “Brain-gut-microbiota axis in Parkinson’s disease.” World J Gastroenterol.

4. Manyam, BV. (1995). “Mucuna pruriens in Parkinson's disease: A double blind clinical and pharmacological study.” J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry.

5. https://www.parkinsonsecrets.com/blog/7-tips-for-using-mucuna-pruriens-in-parkinsons-disease-a-plant-based-form-of-dopamine