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Brain and Nerve Health

1,25 Dihydroxyvitamin D3 Reversibly Blocks The Progression Of Relapsing Encephalomyelitis, A Model Of Multiple Sclerosis

Researchers found that the active form of vitamin D can prevent and halt progression of a mouse model of multiple sclerosis, while vitamin D deficiency increases disease risk.

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2 Deoxyglucose And Beta Hydroxybutyrate Metabolic Agents For Seizure Control

Researchers are studying two natural compounds - 2-deoxyglucose and beta-hydroxybutyrate - as potential "diet in a pill" alternatives to help control seizures through metabolic changes rather than traditional medications.

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A Ketogenic Diet Reduces Amyloid Beta 40 And 42 In A Mouse Model Of Alzheimer S Disease

A ketogenic diet (very low carbs, high fat) reduced harmful brain proteins linked to Alzheimer's disease by 25% in mice genetically prone to the condition.

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A Ketogenic Diet Suppresses Seizures In Mice Through Adenosine A1 Receptors

Researchers discovered that ketogenic diets reduce seizures in mice by boosting a brain chemical called adenosine, which has a natural calming effect on brain cells.

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Brain and Nerve Health

A New Way To Produce Hyperketonemia Use Of Ketone Ester In A Case Of Alzheimer’s

Researchers tested a ketone ester drink as an alternative brain fuel for Alzheimer's patients, since their brains struggle to use glucose effectively.

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A Non Invasive Determination Of Ketosis Induced Elimination Of Chronic Daytime Somnolence In A Patient

A ketogenic diet successfully eliminated chronic daytime sleepiness in a dementia patient by putting the body into ketosis, suggesting the brain may have repaired itself.

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A Non Invasive Determination Of Ketosis Induced Elimination Of Chronic Daytime Somnolence In A Patient With Late Stage Dementia (Assessed With Type 3 Diabetes) A Potential Role Of Neurogenesis

Researchers found that a ketogenic diet and ketone supplements helped eliminate excessive daytime sleepiness in an elderly woman with late-stage dementia, possibly by promoting brain cell repair.

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Brain and Nerve Health

An Anti Inflammatory Approach To The Dietary Management Of Multiple Sclerosis A Condensed Review

This review examines how anti-inflammatory diets may help manage multiple sclerosis by reducing inflammation that damages the nervous system.

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An Experimental Ketogenic Diet For Alzheimer Disea

Researchers found that people with Alzheimer's disease could successfully follow a nutritionally dense ketogenic diet rich in vegetables and avocado for three months.

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Brain and Nerve Health

An Experimental Ketogenic Diet For Alzheimer Disease Was Nutritionally Dense And Rich In Vegetables And Avocado

Researchers found that people with Alzheimer's disease could successfully follow a ketogenic diet rich in vegetables and avocado while maintaining good nutrition.

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Anti Oxidant And Anti Inflammatory Activity Of Ketogenic Diet New Perspectives For Neuroprotection In Alzheimer’s Disease

Research suggests the ketogenic diet may protect brain cells from damage in Alzheimer's disease by reducing harmful inflammation and cellular stress.

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Brain and Nerve Health

ApoE4 Impairs Neuron Astrocyte Coupling Of Fatty Acid Metabolism

People with the ApoE4 gene variant have disrupted fat processing between brain cells, which may contribute to increased Alzheimer's disease risk.

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Brain and Nerve Health

Association Between Consumption Of Ultraprocessed Foods And Cognitive Decline

A large Brazilian study found that people who ate more ultraprocessed foods experienced faster cognitive decline and memory problems over 8 years of follow-up.

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Brain and Nerve Health

Astrocyte Metabolism And Signaling Pathways In The CNS

Astrocytes, brain cells that make up half of our central nervous system, play a crucial role in brain metabolism and their dysfunction may contribute to neurological diseases like depression and Alzheimer's.

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Brain and Nerve Health

Autism Reversal Case Study

Researchers documented how two twin toddlers with severe autism showed significant improvement through personalized lifestyle and environmental changes targeting their specific symptoms.

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Can Ketogenic Diet Therapy Improve Migraine Frequency, Severity And Duration

A small study found that a ketogenic diet may help reduce migraine frequency and severity compared to a standard anti-headache diet, though side effects were common.

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Can Ketones Compensate For Deteriorating Brain Glucose Uptake During Aging Implications For The Risk And Treatment Of Alzheimer’s Disease

Researchers found that ketones (an alternative brain fuel) may help compensate for the brain's declining ability to use glucose in Alzheimer's disease and aging.

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Can Ketones Help Rescue Brain Fuel Supply In Later Life Implications For Cognitive Health During Aging And The Treatment Of Alzheimer’s Disease

Research suggests that ketones (molecules produced during fasting or low-carb diets) may help protect brain function in aging and Alzheimer's disease by providing alternative fuel when glucose uptake declines.

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