Modified Atkins Diet May Reduce Seizure Frequency in Doose Syndrome
Participants reported improved adherence to a modified Atkins diet compared with the popular but restrictive ketogenic diet.
Diet and Nutrition
Nordic Diet Linked to Reduced Risk of Stroke
A significant inverse trend was observed between the Healthy Nordic Food Index and risk of stroke.
High-Fat Diets May Increase Relapse Risk in Pediatric MS
High-fat diets may increase the risk of relapse in children with MS, while high-vegetable diets may be protective.
Mercury from Seafood Consumption Not Linked to Alzheimer’s Pathology
The study found that subsequent consumption of mercury from seafood had no effect on AD neuropathology.
Obese Children’s Brains React Differently to Food Smells
Food smells generate impulsive reaction in obese children.
Genetic Variants May Affect Brain Response to High-Calorie Foods
Two genetic variants appear to heighten brain reward responses to foods that are high in fat and sugar.
Can Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation Curb Overeating?
Brain stimulation may help decrease caloric intake.
High Fish Consumption May Reduce Depression Risk
The results were especially positive in studies conducted in Europe, although the researchers believe this was due to study size.
Alzheimer’s Onset May Be Linked to Midlife BMI
For each unit increase in BMI, Alzheimer’s onset advanced about seven months.
Low BMI, High Dietary Intake Linked to ALS
A high fat diet, but low BMI suggest an altered energy metabolism that may contribute to ALS.
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