Velvet Bean’s Potential for Parkinson’s Treatment
March 20, 2026
Mucuna pruriens, or velvet bean, naturally produces L-DOPA, the biochemical precursor to dopamine and the primary compound used to manage symptoms of Parkinson’s disease. It makes a compelling case study for researchers ... READ MORE
Category: Crops, Horticulture, UF/IFAS ResearchTags: Crop Breeding, Dr. Guodong Liu, Dr. Jeongim Kim, Dr. Kelly Balmant, Dr. Md Jahidul Islam Shohag, Food Is Medicine, Horticultural Sciences, Horticultural Sciences Department, Julia Ball, L-DOPA, Max Munro, Parkinson's Disease, Plant Breeding, Plant Genetics, Plant Metabolism, Plant-based Medicine, PMCB, UF Health, Velvet Bean