MIAMI: Researchers have announced the results of a study into the effects of the herb Gynostemma Pentaphyllum when used in conjunction with the most common treatment of Parkinson’s Disease (PD), L-DOPA.
L-DOPA is a chemical compound produced in the human body that facilitates the body’s production of dopamine, norepinephrine (noradrenaline), and epinephrine (adrenaline) collectively known as catecholamines. L-DOPA is the most popular and effective current treatment for Parkinson’s disease and is sold under the trade names Sinemet, Parcopa, Atamet, Stalevo, Madopar, and Prolopa…