Alzheimers Res Ther April 2020 PMID 32290868

Are ketogenic diets promising for Alzheimer's disease? A translational review.

Matthieu Lilamand, Baptiste Porte, Emmanuel Cognat, Jacques Hugon, François Mouton-Liger, Claire Paquet

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31
Peak: 11 in Apr 2020
across 4 sources since Apr 2020

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118

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Apr 2020 – Jul 2025

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What people are saying

These discussions exhibit a balanced interest in the potential of ketogenic diets, with many posts highlighting promising findings such as improved cognitive functions and fuel sources like ketones, while also noting that more research is needed. The tone ranged from cautious optimism to calls for continued exploration, demonstrating an active engagement with the scientific possibilities.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the potential benefits of ketogenic diets for Alzheimer's, with some emphasizing promising results from studies.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions demonstrate curiosity about the topic, referencing research and ongoing investigations.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants engage deeply, referencing specific research, biological mechanisms, and the need for further study.

ImpactModerate impact

The collective tone suggests that this article could influence future research directions and dietary approaches for neurodegenerative diseases.

Abstract in brief

  • Ketogenic diets (KDs), which are high in fats and low in carbs, produce ketone bodies that can fuel the brain and might benefit neurodegenerative issues like Alzheimer's, but evidence is still limited.
  • Studies in animals show that KDs and medium-chain triglyceride (MCT) supplementation can improve cognition and motor functions, though they may cause weight loss.
  • In humans, most research indicates that KDs and ketone supplements can enhance cognitive functions such as memory and executive skills, especially in early or mild stages of Alzheimer's, suggesting potential as a treatment option.

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CaryKelly11
@CaryKelly11 · X

Breaking: Type 3 diabetes responds even better to a well-formulated low carb diet. You have to eat anyway, so may as well eat the most delicious and nutritious medicine possible. https://t.co/zz6kjvU0Iv https://t.co/PhMyUpK71q

Jun 11, 2024 · 30 likes · 4 shares · 62,686 followers View post →
Intifada Nacional
@Adrenalesboy · X

La dieta cetogénica, podría ser una forma prometedora de luchar contra los síntomas cognitivos de la enfermedad de Alzheimer, especialmente desde la etapa prodrómica (inicial) de la enfermedad. Hay que seguir investigando...

Apr 16, 2020 · 12 likes · 7 shares · 832 followers View post →
Tim Rees
@NutritionalThe3 · X

The brain can continue to use ketones as a fuel source when it can't use glucose. #Alzheimers https://t.co/w94viNExje

Oct 25, 2022 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 4,924 followers View post →
Olivier Antonini
@OlivierAntonini · X

Une piste d'atténuation : https://t.co/CPf3DiB6WL https://t.co/7JJ6HUAnSK

Apr 27, 2024 · 1 like · 3,315 followers View post →
Sarah Rice
@sarah4info · X

Are #ketogenicdiet s promising for #Alzheimers disease? Translational review human studies➡️'most of the published articles showed a sig improvnt of cognitive outcomes (global cognition, memory & executive functions) with #ketone supplementation or #KD' https://t.co/mG6YGrnbX9

Apr 20, 2020 · 1 like · 912 followers View post →
Maurício Lima
@dj_surfista · X

O cérebro pode continuar a usar #cetonas como fonte de combustível quando não pode usar glicose. #ketones #Alzheimers https://t.co/rlY67iJFRv

Oct 25, 2022 · 1 like · 743 followers View post →

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Tom Dealy
@TomDealy1 · X

RT @CaryKelly11: Breaking: Type 3 diabetes responds even better to a well-formulated low carb diet. You have to eat anyway, so may as well…

Jun 11, 2024 · 4 shares · 1,514 followers View post →
Tampa Indy
@tampaindy813 · X

RT @CaryKelly11: Breaking: Type 3 diabetes responds even better to a well-formulated low carb diet. You have to eat anyway, so may as well…

Jun 11, 2024 · 4 shares · 83 followers View post →
Know It Some
@GoingHuman · X

RT @CaryKelly11: Breaking: Type 3 diabetes responds even better to a well-formulated low carb diet. You have to eat anyway, so may as well…

Jun 11, 2024 · 4 shares · 3,311 followers View post →
Arun
@arunnane · X

RT @CaryKelly11: Breaking: Type 3 diabetes responds even better to a well-formulated low carb diet. You have to eat anyway, so may as well…

Jun 11, 2024 · 4 shares · 832 followers View post →
CaryKelly11
@CaryKelly11 · X

Breaking: Type 3 diabetes responds even better to a well-formulated low carb diet. You have to eat anyway, so may as well eat the most delicious and nutritious medicine possible. https://t.co/zz6kjvU0Iv https://t.co/PhMyUpK71q

Jun 11, 2024 · 30 likes · 4 shares · 62,686 followers View post →
Olivier Antonini
@OlivierAntonini · X

Une piste d'atténuation : https://t.co/CPf3DiB6WL https://t.co/7JJ6HUAnSK

Apr 27, 2024 · 1 like · 3,315 followers View post →
protein and veg
@mc_cheapo · X

RT @NutritionalThe3: The brain can continue to use ketones as a fuel source when it can't use glucose. #Alzheimers https://t.co/w94viNE…

Oct 25, 2022 · 2 shares · 237 followers View post →
Maurício Lima
@dj_surfista · X

O cérebro pode continuar a usar #cetonas como fonte de combustível quando não pode usar glicose. #ketones #Alzheimers https://t.co/rlY67iJFRv

Oct 25, 2022 · 1 like · 743 followers View post →
BeachLife1
@BeachlifeisB · X

RT @NutritionalThe3: The brain can continue to use ketones as a fuel source when it can't use glucose. #Alzheimers https://t.co/w94viNE…

Oct 25, 2022 · 2 shares · 1,750 followers View post →
Tim Rees
@NutritionalThe3 · X

The brain can continue to use ketones as a fuel source when it can't use glucose. #Alzheimers https://t.co/w94viNExje

Oct 25, 2022 · 5 likes · 2 shares · 4,924 followers View post →
Barry Pearson
@BarryCPearson · X

@paula_span @ProfRobHoward "Are ketogenic diets promising for Alzheimer’s disease? A translational review" https://t.co/KfiuN9d7Ps "The ketogenic diet for Alzheimer’s prevention and treatment: can it help?" https://t.co/ZWa7fsUJHZ More ....

Aug 24, 2021 · 2,519 followers View post →
Increado
@Incognoscible_ · X

@Oscar_VOLMAE https://t.co/mddIKkvcWA

May 30, 2020 · 4,018 followers View post →
Atrium Neuropsychology
@AtriumNeuro · X

Interesting review on the #ketogenic diet as a treatment for #Alzheimers, too bad it seems like the science isn’t there yet. https://t.co/Dltdk4W0SF @BioMedCentral #dementia

Apr 28, 2020 · 1 like · 24 followers View post →
Ariakas Enoreth
@Aenoreth · X

Are ketogenic diets promising for Alzheimer’s disease? A translational review https://t.co/11hnAZrDVf

Apr 20, 2020 · 1,006 followers View post →
Sarah Rice
@sarah4info · X

Are #ketogenicdiet s promising for #Alzheimers disease? Translational review human studies➡️'most of the published articles showed a sig improvnt of cognitive outcomes (global cognition, memory & executive functions) with #ketone supplementation or #KD' https://t.co/mG6YGrnbX9

Apr 20, 2020 · 1 like · 912 followers View post →
Katherine Sepulveda
@sepulveda_kathy · X

RT @Adrenalesboy: La dieta cetogénica, podría ser una forma prometedora de luchar contra los síntomas cognitivos de la enfermedad de Alzhei…

Apr 17, 2020 · 7 shares · 213 followers View post →
Jorge Riquelme
@RiquelmeJorge · X

RT @Adrenalesboy: La dieta cetogénica, podría ser una forma prometedora de luchar contra los síntomas cognitivos de la enfermedad de Alzhei…

Apr 16, 2020 · 7 shares · 847 followers View post →
Migue De La Rosa
@migue_rosa · X

RT @Adrenalesboy: La dieta cetogénica, podría ser una forma prometedora de luchar contra los síntomas cognitivos de la enfermedad de Alzhei…

Apr 16, 2020 · 7 shares · 454 followers View post →
Roberto Bonilla
@bonillarob · X

RT @Adrenalesboy: La dieta cetogénica, podría ser una forma prometedora de luchar contra los síntomas cognitivos de la enfermedad de Alzhei…

Apr 16, 2020 · 7 shares · 709 followers View post →
Intifada Nacional
@Adrenalesboy · X

La dieta cetogénica, podría ser una forma prometedora de luchar contra los síntomas cognitivos de la enfermedad de Alzheimer, especialmente desde la etapa prodrómica (inicial) de la enfermedad. Hay que seguir investigando...

Apr 16, 2020 · 12 likes · 7 shares · 832 followers View post →
DesignedByNature
@DesignedNature · X

I just posted "Are ketogenic diets promising for Alzheimer's disease? A translational review. - April 2020" on Reddit https://t.co/VqoF2PHTjw

Apr 16, 2020 · 1 like · 441 followers View post →
Nathan M D'Cunha
@NathanMDCunha · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Are #ketogenic #diets promising for #Alzheimer’s #disease? A translational #review Attn: ⁦@NathanMDCunha⁩ ⁦@NaumovskiNen…

Apr 15, 2020 · 1 share · 1,478 followers View post →
Alzheimer’s Research & Therapy
@AlzheimersRes · X

Are ketogenic diets promising for Alzheimer’s disease? A translational review https://t.co/IfeqS7eCZl https://t.co/hk8KFtJic6

Apr 15, 2020 · 2,340 followers View post →