A ketogenic diet reduces amyloid beta 40 and 42 in a mouse model of Alzhei

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A ketogenic diet reduces amyloid beta 40 and 42 in a mouse model of Alzheimer's disease

Previous studies have suggested that diets rich in cholesterol and saturated fats increased the deposition of Abeta and the risk of developing AD. Here we demonstrate that a diet rich in saturated fats and low in carbohydrates can actually reduce levels of Abeta. Therefore, dietary strategies aimed at reducing Abeta levels should take into account interactions of dietary components and the metabolic outcomes, in particular, levels of carbohydrates, total calories, and presence of ketone bodies should be considered.

http://www.nutritionandmetabolism.com/content/2/1/28

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1. Does "Ketogenic" Refer to the Atkins Diet

which according to Atkins induces ketosis? Does the article say that unlike previous studies, a ketogenic diet suppresses Alzheimer's disease? just trying to understand it.

Any reason this study should be given more weight than its predecessors?