Low Fat vs Keto to treat Parkinson's patients. "The ketogenic group showed greater improvements in nonmotor symptoms" https://t.co/9wXtErAgIL
Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease: A pilot randomized controlled trial.
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The discussions reflect a generally positive attitude towards the research, with participants highlighting the promising results of ketogenic diets for nonmotor symptoms and mentioning ongoing studies and preliminary findings. The tone ranges from supportive to cautiously optimistic, exemplified by phrases like 'promising potential' and 'further research planned,' indicating growing interest but awareness of the need for larger studies.
Most discussions support the idea that the ketogenic diet shows promise for Parkinson's disease, with many posts emphasizing its benefits, such as 'greater improvements in nonmotor symptoms' and 'significant help.'
Posts demonstrate a strong curiosity, referencing multiple studies, ongoing research, and potential applications, indicating a high level of engagement with the topic.
Several posts mention specific findings, study details, and implications for future research, reflecting moderate to deep engagement rather than superficial comments.
Discussions suggest that poster see this research as potentially transformative, with phrases like 'potential for keto diet' and references to ongoing experimental results, although this impact remains somewhat speculative at this stage.
Abstract in brief
- The study compared lowfat high-carbohydrate and ketogenic diets in Parkinson's disease (PD) patients, focusing on safety and effects on symptoms over 8 weeks, with most participants completing the study.
- Both diets led to improvements in motor and nonmotor symptoms, but the ketogenic diet showed greater benefits in nonmotor areas like urinary problems, pain, fatigue, sleepiness, and cognitive issues.
- The ketogenic diet was safe and maintained ketosis, though some adverse effects such as increased hunger and tremors/rigidity were noted; overall, both diets are plausible options for managing PD symptoms.]
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Most liked on X and BlueskyLow-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost weight, though not calorie-restricted. Suggests that crap food, high body fat, and insulin resistance contribute to Parkinson's https://t.co/738Y04eSma
There is promise using ketogenic diets for PD. @drmclphillips https://t.co/VV9qnQEBwB https://t.co/P2GhHSkm8q
La Coordinación de Investigación en Salud te invita al #SeminarioBibliográfico. Descarga el artículo aquí
@lowcarbcanberra @AndreMarcanth @TuitNutrition https://t.co/xb4lpSGWKD https://t.co/Mdp2aHiYBf 2 more makes 4 :)
"...the ketogenic group showed greater improvements in nonmotor symptoms." https://t.co/9wXtErAgIL
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@drmclphillips Study link: https://t.co/vytCVzKN8Q
Owe my scouts cooking merit badge to you @drmclphillips
@catdeakins Certainly possible that aging is not only factor. Increasing brain’s access to ketones also shown to be beneficial for Parkinson's patients. https://t.co/gnYwig2Xwr
@Chloe_mrng There isn’t much. Only a few small, short studies. https://t.co/fuAlVLeCr3
RT @AllyTransforms: @ThatTimWalker @susannareid100 @ParkinsonsUK There is promise using ketogenic diets for PD. @drmclphillips https://t.co…
There is promise using ketogenic diets for PD. @drmclphillips https://t.co/VV9qnQEBwB https://t.co/P2GhHSkm8q
@ThatTimWalker @susannareid100 @ParkinsonsUK There is promise using ketogenic diets for PD. @drmclphillips https://t.co/VV9qnQEBwB
@davidgsabin @5MinuteBody https://t.co/IAJ4hloxNU
RT @KetoCounselor: This study had an 88% completion rate, with 38 participants completing the study. Ketosis was measured and maintained. 1…
This study had an 88% completion rate, with 38 participants completing the study. Ketosis was measured and maintained. 18/25 https://t.co/8dFg8Ll2as
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
Dieta com baixo teor de gordura versus dieta cetogênica na doença de #Parkinson Ambos os grupos de dieta melhoraram significativamente nos sintomas motores e não motores; no entanto, o grupo cetogênico apresentou maiores melhorias nos sintomas não motores https://t.co/EwKo01YSOh
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
RT @Mangan150: Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost…
Low-fat versus ketogenic diet in Parkinson's disease Both diets improved symptoms, but ketogenic was best. Both groups lost weight, though not calorie-restricted. Suggests that crap food, high body fat, and insulin resistance contribute to Parkinson's https://t.co/738Y04eSma
"...the ketogenic group showed greater improvements in nonmotor symptoms." https://t.co/9wXtErAgIL
RT @Keto_Dude: Low Fat vs Keto to treat Parkinson's patients. "The ketogenic group showed greater improvements in nonmotor symptoms" http…
RT @Keto_Dude: Low Fat vs Keto to treat Parkinson's patients. "The ketogenic group showed greater improvements in nonmotor symptoms" http…
RT @Keto_Dude: Low Fat vs Keto to treat Parkinson's patients. "The ketogenic group showed greater improvements in nonmotor symptoms" http…
Low Fat vs Keto to treat Parkinson's patients. "The ketogenic group showed greater improvements in nonmotor symptoms" https://t.co/9wXtErAgIL
RT @Saber_IMSS: La Coordinación de Investigación en Salud te invita al #SeminarioBibliográfico. Descarga el artículo aquí
RT @Saber_IMSS: La Coordinación de Investigación en Salud te invita al #SeminarioBibliográfico. Descarga el artículo aquí
La Coordinación de Investigación en Salud te invita al #SeminarioBibliográfico. Descarga el artículo aquí
@lowcarbcanberra @AndreMarcanth @TuitNutrition https://t.co/xb4lpSGWKD https://t.co/Mdp2aHiYBf 2 more makes 4 :)
@TerriEdmonston @lochossian Answer: yes. Here are 3 papers on the topic. https://t.co/euVtnL0Pvg https://t.co/OyZ8pWH4Lb https://t.co/iBwNTFLdb3
RT @CarynZinn: Keto & Parkinsons. Good quality research from NZ with honest interpretation of findings. Potential for keto diet, but not ov…
@whiskythemighty @TuitNutrition Don't seem to be many human trials yet, but here's one to start with. Both groups improved once all the junk was removed from their diets, but keto improved more. Small sample size, tho, so very preliminary so far. https://t.co/o11jFiZnKX
RT @drjasonfung: New randomized study showing ketogenic diet may be beneficial for Parkinsons https://t.co/qldfo9EjMC
@ParkinsonsUK Just bringing your attention to a pilot study where results indicate a Ketogenic diet can significantly help non - motor symptoms. A further, larger study is being planned now. https://t.co/NC4Fx67WDW