Strengthening the Cells

• Cell death may be involved in Parkinson's disease, explains the National Parkinson Foundation. Consuming antioxidants may be effective in the prevention of free radicals, which cause cell death.
  
  Taking an antioxidant supplement such as Coenzyme Q10 (doses of 1,200 mg each day) may have a positive effect on slowing the disease progression, according to the National Parkinson Foundation.
  
  

Diet Changes

• According to the National Parkinson Foundation, changes in diet may reduce symptoms of Parkinson's disease. Avoid eating high amounts of saturated fats, and avoid trans fats. Following a Mediterranean diet, which focuses on eating heart healthy monounsaturated fats, may reduce high blood pressure and cardiovascular issues in Parkinson's patients, according to the National Parkinson Foundation. This diet also recommends eating fresh water fish, which is high in omega-fatty acids and antioxidants.
  
  

Acupuncture

• Acupuncture has been used for centuries and originated in China. During treatment, the medical provider will insert small needles into acupoints in the body. This therapy may provide Parkinson's patients relief from symptoms such as tremors, according to the National Parkinson Foundation.
  
  

Touch Therapies

• Touch therapies, which include methods such as reflexology and massage, focus on working out muscle stiffness that occurs in Parkinson's patients. During the treatment session, the provider will massage pressure points, which may minimize symptoms associated with this condition.