Patients say keto helps with their mental illness. Science is racing to understand why ( www.npr.org )

humorlessrepost , 4 months ago

Plenty of studies showing mild brain inflammation can cause anxiety and ocd.

Keto reduces inflammation.

Not saying that’s the mechanism, but it seems plausible.

rockSlayer , 4 months ago

This is just my personal thoughts, but I feel like a scientifically sound dietary restriction that is effective at weight loss means people have a better body image. Body image would improve mental health for most people seeking out keto as a diet.

I welcome the research, but I feel like the reason is social rather than biology.