J Alzheimers Dis August 2019 PMID 30056419

Improvement of Main Cognitive Functions in Patients with Alzheimer's Disease after Treatment with Coconut Oil Enriched Mediterranean Diet: A Pilot Study.

José Enrique de la Rubia Ortí, María Pilar García-Pardo, Eraci Drehmer, David Sancho Cantus, Mariano Julián Rochina, Maria Asunción Aguilar, Iván Hu Yang

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What people are saying

Many discussions reference the study’s findings about coconut oil and cognitive improvement, with some posts emphasizing the promising aspects using words like 'very promising' and 'helpful.' Others, however, note that evidence is still limited and more research is needed, reflecting a cautious but open attitude that balances interest with skepticism.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

The discussions show mixed opinions, with some acknowledging potential benefits but also highlighting the need for more research.

InterestModerate interest

Posts display moderate curiosity, referencing the study directly and mentioning additional factors like diet and supplements.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants cite specific aspects of the study, such as its methodology and implications, indicating a moderate level of analysis and involvement.

ImpactModerate impact

The overall tone suggests that the topic could influence perceptions about dietary approaches to Alzheimer’s, but it is not viewed as a definitive breakthrough yet.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated whether a coconut oil-enriched Mediterranean diet could improve cognitive functions in Alzheimer's patients, finding that it improved memory, orientation, and semantic abilities, especially in women with mild to moderate disease.
  • The research involved 44 patients, divided into an experimental group that followed the diet for 21 days and a control group, with cognitive changes measured using a specific screening test.
  • Results suggest that this dietary intervention may benefit Alzheimer's patients' cognitive functions, but further studies are necessary to confirm these findings and understand differences based on sex and disease severity.

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@cvcwellness Totally agree... not only that .... to drop weight,- it helps Alzheimers! Not me asserting it ... it's pub med . org https://t.co/omsJJZ73Xc

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TheHealthyRD
@HeidiHmoretti · X

Improvement of Main Cognitive Functions in Patients with Alzheimer's Disease after Treatment with Coconut Oil Enriched Mediterranean Diet: A Pilot Study. https://t.co/UNURz30yMD https://t.co/3Y5YYExcHT

Aug 25, 2019 · 11 likes · 8 shares · 74,979 followers View post →
Luis
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@ferfalabella @Coloidesoxigeno Hacen falta más estudios pero es algo que parece mejorar las funciones cognitivas (sic) https://t.co/eRIn0bjSor

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@big_xande Just with a quick google search. Everything is still in its infancy stage but still very promising. https://t.co/cAMKTkhbUP https://t.co/Crtb0hNVkS For diabetes, it’s not the fat nor coconut oil the problem. It’s related to insulin resistance, which only glucose (sugar) can

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Debra Reinhardt
@debraregypt · X

@cvcwellness Totally agree... not only that .... to drop weight,- it helps Alzheimers! Not me asserting it ... it's pub med . org https://t.co/omsJJZ73Xc

Nov 30, 2024 · 88 likes · 16 shares · 13,426 followers View post →
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Oct 8, 2024 · 21 shares · 31,360 followers View post →
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May 2, 2023 · 21 shares · 70 followers View post →
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@DrNoMask · X

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May 2, 2023 · 28 likes · 21 shares · 31,360 followers View post →
Keter
@KeterDaat · X

@ReichTanny Tal vez deberías leer un poco más. Hay muchos artículos que describen estudios al respecto https://t.co/ehG9iwFHLZ

Mar 4, 2023 · 752 followers View post →
Luis
@luis__iceman · X

@ferfalabella @Coloidesoxigeno Hacen falta más estudios pero es algo que parece mejorar las funciones cognitivas (sic) https://t.co/eRIn0bjSor

Jan 20, 2023 · 5 likes · 971 followers View post →
Scientific Diet
@scientific_diet · X

Coconut oil may help improve cognitive function in Alzheimer’s disease https://t.co/BvcWgRp1yQ Scientists from Catholic University of Valencia found that a Mediterranean diet rich in coconut oil could improvement of main cognitive functions in patients with Alzheimer’s disease.

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