The Effect of the Ketogenic Diet on the Therapy of Neurodegenerative Diseases and Its Impact on Improving Cognitive Functions

The ketogenic diet is a diet that is high in fat and low in carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein. It can help the body produce ketone bodies, which are an alternative energy source when there isn't enough glucose. Alzheimer's and Parkinson's are two common diseases that damage the brain. Studies show that problems with how the body uses carbohydrates may make these diseases worse. But, when people with these diseases have ketone bodies in their body, it can improve their brain and muscle function. Research suggests that a low-carbohydrate diet, like the ketogenic diet, could be helpful for people with brain diseases that cause damage to neurons.