July 2022 PMID 35504234

A ketogenic intervention improves dorsal attention network functional and structural connectivity in mild cognitive impairment.

Maggie Roy, Manon Edde, Mélanie Fortier, Etienne Croteau, Christian-Alexandre Castellano, Valérie St-Pierre, Camille Vandenberghe, François Rheault, Mahsa Dadar, Simon Duchesne, Christian Bocti, Tamas Fulop, Stephen C Cunnane, Maxime Descoteaux

Mentions

8
Peak: 3 in May 2022
across 3 sources since May 2022

Extended reach

12,617
potential audience

Total likes

266

Video views

2,774

Mentions per month

May 2022 – Jan 2025

Where it's discussed

  • X / Twitter4 posts
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  • Reddit2 posts

AI synopsis

What people are saying

Discussions reflect a cautious but positive interest, with posts emphasizing the study's evidence-backed findings and potential for improving cognition in MCI, such as mentioning the 'scientific literature' and sharing the full research title. The tone is informative and somewhat anticipatory, suggesting awareness of the study’s significance without deep technical analysis.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussants agree that the research provides valuable evidence supporting ketogenic interventions for MCI, referencing the credibility of the scientific literature and the inclusion of the study details.

InterestModerate interest

There is moderate interest shown, with some comments highlighting the significance of the findings, but overall not a deep exploration of the details.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments include general acknowledgement and sharing of the research title, with some briefly noting the potential implications, indicating a moderate level of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants recognize the importance of the study in advancing understanding of cognitive interventions, suggesting a positive perception of its potential influence.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that a 6-month ketogenic diet (kMCT) improved the connection and communication within the dorsal attention network (DAN) in people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI), which was linked to better attention and cognitive performance.
  • Increased ketone uptake in brain regions associated with the DAN was observed in the kMCT group, indicating that ketones provided an alternative energy source that supported brain function.
  • Structural brain analysis showed that the ketogenic intervention also increased fiber density within the DAN, suggesting improvements in brain connectivity and axonal health, which may help preserve or enhance cognition in MCI.]

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Nicole Laurent, LMHC
@KetoCounselor · X

Luckily, we have an evidence-based treatment, well-discussed in the scientific literature. "Ketones, the brain's alternative fuel to glucose, bypass the brain glucose deficit and improve cognition in mild cognitive impairment (MCI)." (8/14) https://t.co/wVr20ZCz0A

Jan 13, 2023 · 6 likes · 9,037 followers View post →
DesignedByNature
@DesignedNature · X

Posting "A ketogenic intervention improves dorsal attention network functional and structural connectivity in mild cognitive impairment (Pub Date: 2022-07-01)" on reddit #ketoscience https://t.co/Lvja0OEaLD

May 15, 2022 · 1 like · 440 followers View post →
Reddit Journal of Science
@rsciencejournal · X

1/ A ketogenic intervention improves dorsal attention network functional and structural connectivity in mild cognitive impairment (2022) https://t.co/B0sMfOirmV #science #neuroscience #intervention #attention #network

May 14, 2022 · 332 followers View post →
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A ketogenic intervention improves dorsal attention network functional and structural connectivity in mild cognitive impairment (2022)

May 14, 2022 · 35 followers View post →

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Nicole Laurent, LMHC
@KetoCounselor · X

Luckily, we have an evidence-based treatment, well-discussed in the scientific literature. "Ketones, the brain's alternative fuel to glucose, bypass the brain glucose deficit and improve cognition in mild cognitive impairment (MCI)." (8/14) https://t.co/wVr20ZCz0A

Jan 13, 2023 · 6 likes · 9,037 followers View post →
DesignedByNature
@DesignedNature · X

Posting "A ketogenic intervention improves dorsal attention network functional and structural connectivity in mild cognitive impairment (Pub Date: 2022-07-01)" on reddit #ketoscience https://t.co/Lvja0OEaLD

May 15, 2022 · 1 like · 440 followers View post →
Reddit Journal of Science
@rsciencejournal · X

1/ A ketogenic intervention improves dorsal attention network functional and structural connectivity in mild cognitive impairment (2022) https://t.co/B0sMfOirmV #science #neuroscience #intervention #attention #network

May 14, 2022 · 332 followers View post →
localhostscience
@localhostsci · X

A ketogenic intervention improves dorsal attention network functional and structural connectivity in mild cognitive impairment (2022)

May 14, 2022 · 35 followers View post →