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“Ketogenic diets are widely accepted for the treatment of epilepsy. Drs. D'Agostino and Patrick discuss the possibility of incorporating a ketogenic diet or supplemental ketones into the treatment of neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases.”

“"Approximately 25% of the population has the ApoE4 varient, which is associated with high circulating levels of LDL cholesterol and a 2 to 3-fold increased risk of Alzheimer’s disease.".”

“Findings from a recent study suggest that estrogen protects against age-related cognitive decline and Alzheimer's disease. Alzheimer's disease is a neurodegenerative disorder characterized by progressive cognitive decline and memory impairment.”

“The discussion also explains why sleep and metabolic health belong in the same prevention framework. Deep sleep activates glymphatic clearance of metabolic waste, while impaired brain glucose metabolism is one feature of Alzheimer's disease.”

“The findings support working on several modifiable factors together, while leaving open how much each component contributes and whether these changes prevent an eventual Alzheimer's diagnosis.”

“Obesity has long been associated with a higher risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, but scientists don't fully understand what drives this link. However, some research indicates that leptin, a hormone that regulates appetite and body weight, may be vital in protecting brain health.”

“A 12-month randomized trial in 210 adults with Alzheimer's disease found improvements in selected cognitive scores and amyloid-related blood markers with 800 IU daily. Together, these findings support measuring status and correcting deficiency with individualized guidance rather than assuming one dose fits everyone.”

“Half of the participants received the usual care, while the other half received a 20-week intensive lifestyle intervention. The researchers assessed the participants' cognitive and functional performance and measured plasma biomarkers associated with Alzheimer's before and after the intervention.”

“Failures in mitophagy are associated with several chronic diseases, including cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, and Alzheimer's disease. Related clip: Mitophagy: a signal for mitochondrial biogenesis, metabolic adaptation, and cellular differentiation.”

“However, this newly identified sub-type of APOE4 markedly alters that risk and adds complexity to discussions about the role of genetics in Alzheimer's disease. These findings suggest that some variants of the APOE gene may be protective against Alzheimer's disease.”