The Impact of Lifestyle on Alzheimer's: From Ketogenic Diets to Health Coaching

A comprehensive review published in Frontiers in Neuroscience explores the potential of the ketogenic diet in managing Alzheimer's disease. The ketogenic diet, traditionally used for weight loss and epilepsy management, shifts the body's energy source from carbohydrates to fats, producing ketone bodies as an alternative fuel for the brain. The review highlights that the diet could address energy deficits in the Alzheimer's-affected brain, influence the transport and clearance of amyloid beta and tau proteins, reduce neuroinflammation, and improve cognitive performance. However, further research is needed to fully understand the mechanisms and long-term effects of the diet on Alzheimer's disease progression. Consultation with healthcare professionals is crucial before making significant dietary changes.