Light Listening Podcast: Richelle Flanagan Unpacks Diet, Gender Bias & the Hidden Symptoms of Parkinson’s

Parkinson’s Disease is often spoken about in clinical terms: motor symptoms, dopamine loss, medications. But if you’re living with it, or caring for someone who is, you know it’s so much more. It’s personal. Emotional. Often invisible. And for women especially, it’s frequently misunderstood.

That’s why we invited Richelle Flanagan—dietitian, mother, advocate, founder of MyMovesMatter and woman living with Parkinson’s—as our very first guest on Light Listening, to help bring these overlooked experiences into focus.

In our debut series, Richelle Flanagan brings lived experience, science, and no-nonsense insight.

Ep 1: Women & PD - The Overlooked Reality

Women are often diagnosed later, with symptoms dismissed as anxiety or hormones. This episode explores the real impact of gender bias in PD. From misdiagnosis and lack of clinical data to the hormonal shifts that affect symptom onset and treatment response.

Why listen? 
If you’ve ever felt dismissed or invisible in your Parkinson’s journey, this conversation will feel like validation and empowerment.

Ep 2: Diet & PD -Eating for Resilience, Not Just Relief

There’s no one-size-fits-all Parkinson’s diet. But food matters; especially for brain health, inflammation, gut function, and emotional wellbeing. Richelle shares current research, her own strategies, and how what we eat shapes how we feel physically and mentally.

Why listen?
If you’re dealing with fatigue, bloating, or mood swings, or just want more control over your diet, this episode offers practical tools and real insight.

Ep 3: The Hidden Struggles of Dysautonomia in PD

Lightheadedness. Irregular heartbeat. Digestive issues. Temperature swings. These symptoms are often dismissed, but they’re common in Parkinson’s due to dysautonomia. Richelle explains what it is, why it happens, and what you can do about it.

Why listen? 
If you’re dealing with symptoms that “don’t seem Parkinson’s-related” but deeply impact your quality of life, this episode is a must.

You can now access all episodes on our Spotify and YouTube channels.

Disclaimer:

The content of this podcast episode is for education purposes only and does not constitute professional medical advice. The information provided is based on the knowledge and expertise of the guest speaker, and is intended to be a general resource. SYMBYX is not liable for any actions or omissions taken based on the information presented in this podcast.

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