Re: Fava Beans

[Brian Collins <bjc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

On Sun 13 Oct, David B. Silverman wrote:
> I recently saw a posting about Fava Beans. It indicated that fava beans
> contain dopamine and may be beneficial. I am sure that this has been a
> subject of many postings but am unsure of how to pull together postings or
> information on this subject. I am interested in learning about the subject,
> including how often and in what manner the fava beans are consumed. Any
> information would be greatly appreciated.
>   I am a caregiver for a 63 year old friend (diagnosed one year ago--with
> possible PSP).
>       The Parkinsons  Information Exchange List is a blessing. It gives hope
> and enables victims and caregivers to unite and fight back. I personally
> telephoned many congressman recently on the Udall bill and am planning even
> more activisim.
>    Thank you all.
>   David Silverman

Hello David,  I happened to be at a symposium last week, where someone raised
the subject of Fava beans. One specialist said Yes, Fava beans do contain
Dopamine BUT - and he held up a standard waste paper basket - you would need
to eat this basket full every day, and you would lose an awful lot of
friends!!
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Brian Collins <bjc@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx