The study found this diet reduced levels of the brain protein amyloid-beta, an indicator of Alzheimer's disease. The finding contradicts previous studies that concluded that fat has a negative impact on Alzheimer's disease.
'This work supports the premise that key aspects of Alzheimer's disease can be altered by changes in metabolism. It also highlights the interaction of dietary components and how such components influence the metabolic state,' the researchers wrote.
High-Fat, Low-Carb Diet Could Curb Alzheimer's