Frequently Asked Questions

The Nutrition PD Parkinson's Programme is are online, on-demand nutrition education programmes designed for people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners. 

The programmes are designed for people living with Parkinson’s and their care partners. It’s suitable whether you’re newly diagnosed or have lived with Parkinson’s for years. 

The programme is fully online and available through our NutritionPD learning platform. You can log in from any device — computer, tablet, or smartphone — and complete it at your own pace.

All sessions are pre-recorded videos, so you can watch them whenever it suits you. You don’t need to attend at a specific time.

All content was created and reviewed by registered dietitians who specialise in Parkinson’s nutrition. The programme is presented by Kayla, a friendly digital avatar who guides you through each module. Kayla makes the information easy to follow and brings the learning to life through interactive visuals.

Yes. You can stop and start whenever you like. The platform remembers your progress so you can pick up right where you left off.

Absolutely. Care partners are encouraged to join. You can watch the videos together or separately using your own logins .

There is an Ask the Dietitian Support Group with access to registered dietitians ready to answer your questions for each programme. 

There are 3 live webinars with registered dietitians as part of the 3 month programmes where people have the opportunity to ask questions.

 All you need is:

• An internet connection
• A laptop, tablet, or smartphone

Yes. The programmes include downloadable meal plans, recipes, and handouts to help you put the what you learn into daily practice..

Yes the Parkinson’s-specific advice apply globally. Food examples and recipes are easily adaptable to your local ingredients.

We have developed a Mediterranean Diet Quiz which will show you how well you are following a Mediterranean pattern of eating that is beneficial for Parkinson's. Click here to take the quiz.

We have developed a Gut Health Quiz which will show you whether the programme would be beneficial to you. Click here to take the quiz.

Unlike general nutrition courses, Nutriiton PD programmes are specifically designed for Parkinson’s. 

Access for 3 months to the video content , downloadable resources, Ask the Dietitian chat support and 3 live webinars is £100. To put this into context, a typical 1 hour consultation with a registered dietitian costs between £100-150.

No. Nutrition PD programmes are educational , not a replacement for medical care. Always discuss ongoing or severe digestive symptoms with your GP, Parkinson’s nurse, or specialist dietitian.