Alzheimers Dement May 2019 PMID 31027873

A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment.

Mélanie Fortier, Christian-Alexandre Castellano, Etienne Croteau, Francis Langlois, Christian Bocti, Valérie St-Pierre, Camille Vandenberghe, Michaël Bernier, Maggie Roy, Maxime Descoteaux, Kevin Whittingstall, Martin Lepage, Éric E Turcotte, Tamas Fulop, Stephen C Cunnane

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Peak: 24 in Apr 2019
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What people are saying

The discussions highlight curiosity about the potential benefits of ketogenic drinks for brain health, with key phrases such as 'improves cognition' and 'brain energy' emphasizing positive outcomes. Some posts reference related research to support these claims or inquire about specific contexts like heart failure, which demonstrates a mix of cautious optimism and scientific curiosity. The tone often combines interest with skepticism, reflecting recognition of promising findings but also the need for more extensive evidence.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the reported benefits of the ketogenic drink on brain energy and cognition, with some cautious voices questioning its broader implications or applicability.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions show a high level of curiosity, especially around the potential of exogenous ketones and the role of these drinks in cognitive health, indicating a strong interest.

EngagementModerate engagement

Engagement is moderate, with some users referencing related research, asking about specific populations like those with damaged hearts or brains, and sharing related studies, reflecting a surface to moderate level of deep analysis.

ImpactModerate impact

The overall tone suggests that participants see some significance in the findings, though many express caveats or note the need for further research, indicating a perception of moderate impact.

Abstract in brief

  • A ketogenic drink containing medium chain triglycerides (kMCTs) increased brain ketone metabolism by 230% in individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), improving episodic memory, language, executive function, and processing speed over six months.
  • Brain glucose uptake remained unchanged, but the increased ketone usage provided an alternative fuel source, helping to bypass the brain's glucose deficit associated with MCI.
  • About 75% of participants completed the six-month study, indicating the intervention was generally well-tolerated, and the findings suggest that kMCTs could be a potential strategy to boost cognitive function in MCI.

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David Diamond
@LDLSkeptic · X

@eatmostlyfatali @OZmandia @meganjramos @drjasonfung @FatEmperor @JeffryGerberMD @awokelife @weamonette @ESodicoffMD @Rezaidi Brilliant presentation Nadir. As to exo-ketones: Your studies were on healthy, fasted ppl. What of the damaged heart/brain? Evidence of exo-ketone benefit for heart failure & MCI/AD: https://t.co/GfqUWzkwrb DOI: 10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.115.017355 DOI: 10.1016/j.jalz.2018.12.017

Jun 2, 2020 · 10 likes · 1 share · 44,997 followers View post →
Miriam Berchuk MD
@MiriamBerchuk · X

Is there a role for exogenous ketones is those with MCI? A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment https://t.co/VHZUIGzaTS

Apr 26, 2019 · 10 likes · 6 shares · 1,620 followers View post →
Philip Prins, PhD
@PhilipPrins11 · X

A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment. https://t.co/EC8TRJl7qC

Apr 30, 2019 · 6 likes · 6 shares · 939 followers View post →
Brianna Stubbs
@BriannaStubbs · X

@nothingmark @DrJonLittle @RobertLustigMD @garytaubes @bigfatsurprise @PeterAttiaMD We’re working on novel KE that’ll be cheaper. Given that FX on postprandial glucose seem linked to level of ketonemia - I’m not convinced MCT would have the same FX - could be wrong. Longer MCT trials (eg trials by Dr Cunnane) don’t report FX on glucose https://t.co/mDPbysH8D2

Dec 31, 2020 · 3 likes · 4,025 followers View post →
Nathan M D'Cunha
@NathanMDCunha · X

A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment https://t.co/UniGJCYUrt

Apr 23, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,482 followers View post →
mañoso
@manoso_iqq · X

@NurMongeZen A mí entender es bien poca la información disponible. te mando dos links relacionados: mejoras cognitivas, de lenguaje y en otras funciones gracias a la absorción de cetonas en reemplazo de glucosa en personas con funciones cerebrales limitadas https://t.co/1tXW3a5zIa

May 20, 2021 · 2 likes · 3,830 followers View post →

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mañoso
@manoso_iqq · X

@NurMongeZen A mí entender es bien poca la información disponible. te mando dos links relacionados: mejoras cognitivas, de lenguaje y en otras funciones gracias a la absorción de cetonas en reemplazo de glucosa en personas con funciones cerebrales limitadas https://t.co/1tXW3a5zIa

May 20, 2021 · 2 likes · 3,830 followers View post →
Brianna Stubbs
@BriannaStubbs · X

@nothingmark @DrJonLittle @RobertLustigMD @garytaubes @bigfatsurprise @PeterAttiaMD We’re working on novel KE that’ll be cheaper. Given that FX on postprandial glucose seem linked to level of ketonemia - I’m not convinced MCT would have the same FX - could be wrong. Longer MCT trials (eg trials by Dr Cunnane) don’t report FX on glucose https://t.co/mDPbysH8D2

Dec 31, 2020 · 3 likes · 4,025 followers View post →
Nadir
@eatmostlyfatali · X

RT @LDLSkeptic: @eatmostlyfatali @OZmandia @meganjramos @drjasonfung @FatEmperor @JeffryGerberMD @awokelife @weamonette @ESodicoffMD @Rezai…

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David Diamond
@LDLSkeptic · X

@eatmostlyfatali @OZmandia @meganjramos @drjasonfung @FatEmperor @JeffryGerberMD @awokelife @weamonette @ESodicoffMD @Rezaidi Brilliant presentation Nadir. As to exo-ketones: Your studies were on healthy, fasted ppl. What of the damaged heart/brain? Evidence of exo-ketone benefit for heart failure & MCI/AD: https://t.co/GfqUWzkwrb DOI: 10.1161/CIRCULATIONAHA.115.017355 DOI: 10.1016/j.jalz.2018.12.017

Jun 2, 2020 · 10 likes · 1 share · 44,997 followers View post →
Matt Donne
@Matt_Donne · X

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Ellen Siobhan Mitchell PhD
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A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment. - PubMed - NCBI https://t.co/5GI6AYECW8

Jun 7, 2019 · 45 followers View post →
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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals
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Keto Coach 4 You
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RT @PhilipPrins11: A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment. https://t.co/EC8TRJ…

May 1, 2019 · 6 shares · 70 followers View post →
Dr.Tim Sturmer
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RT @PhilipPrins11: A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment. https://t.co/EC8TRJ…

Apr 30, 2019 · 6 shares · 107 followers View post →
Rice N Beanies
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RT @PhilipPrins11: A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment. https://t.co/EC8TRJ…

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RT @PhilipPrins11: A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment. https://t.co/EC8TRJ…

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Philip Prins, PhD
@PhilipPrins11 · X

A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment. https://t.co/EC8TRJl7qC

Apr 30, 2019 · 6 likes · 6 shares · 939 followers View post →
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@BugumKeto · X

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Hugo Angulo
@thermotronica · X

RT @MiriamBerchuk: Is there a role for exogenous ketones is those with MCI? A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of co…

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Tom Englezos
@tomenglezos · X

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@PenelopeFigtree · X

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Miriam Berchuk MD
@MiriamBerchuk · X

Is there a role for exogenous ketones is those with MCI? A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment https://t.co/VHZUIGzaTS

Apr 26, 2019 · 10 likes · 6 shares · 1,620 followers View post →
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@NootropicReddit · X

A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment (6 month trial) via /r/Nootropics https://t.co/9nAMMjnelz

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@NathanMDCunha · X

A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment https://t.co/UniGJCYUrt

Apr 23, 2019 · 3 likes · 1 share · 1,482 followers View post →
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@NutriRebel · X

Un chupito de triglicéridos de cadena media mejora la cognición en personas con defecto cognitivo leve. A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment https://t.co/Od5TTrXGQC

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Fuck Alzheimers
@fuckalzheimers · X

Unlike for glucose, uptake of the brain's main alternative fuel, ketones, remains normal in mild cognitive impairment (MCI). Ketogenic... https://t.co/Pge0cvF1zW

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Alzheimer's & Dementia Journals
@alzdemjournals · X

A ketogenic drink improves brain energy and some measures of cognition in mild cognitive impairment https://t.co/NPemZbzI5Y

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