This Is Parkinson’s Podcast – The Chemicals Around Us | Guest: Dr. Ray Dorsey
Dr. Ray Dorsey, a neurologist and leading expert in PD discusses the environmental causes of Parkinson’s, emphasizing that chemicals in our environment, not genetics, are the primary drivers. He highlights the importance of reducing exposure to these chemicals to prevent and slow the disease. The conversation also touches on the need for advocacy and awareness to create a world without Parkinson’s.
Is Parkinson’s disease preventable? In this eye-opening interview, neurologist Dr. Ray Dorsey (co-author of "Ending Parkinson’s Disease") joins Lisa Volenec to reveal why Parkinson's is the world’s fastest-growing brain disease—and why genetics are rarely the primary cause.
According to data from the Parkinson’s Foundation, 87% of people diagnosed have no genetic risk factor. Instead, the science points directly to environmental toxins like Paraquat, Trichloroethylene (TCE), and everyday agricultural and golf course pesticides. Dr. Dorsey explains how these toxic chemicals enter our bodies, how they mimic genetic damage, and how changing our environment can slow down the progression of neurological disorders.
If you want to understand how to prevent Parkinson's disease, protect your children, and learn the actionable steps you can take today (like simple carbon water filters and vegetable washes), this deep dive is a must-watch.
