High Protein Diets Reduce the Risk of Alzheimer’s

(Newswire.net — April 11, 2018) Cheyenne, Wyoming — A ketogenic diet is pretty much the absolute ultimate protein-rich dietary plan for humans which can be used to minimize the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease in the long run. A recent study has found a strong co-relation between high protein consumption and the reduced probability of having Alzheimer’s in later years. 

“Alzheimer’s disease that is characterized by impaired cognitive functioning and memory decline results from the deposit of amyloid-β (protein plaques) in the brain,” explains Bel Marra Health Medical Team. “While this protein is naturally present in the body, when it forms plaques around nerve cells, it can disrupt their functioning. In many cases of Alzheimer’s disease, high amounts of plaque deposits could result in an autoimmune reaction wherein the body would start to discard these non-functioning brain cells. Therefore, it has already been established that amyloid-β deposits are detrimental to the brain. Researchers claim that there is an inverse relationship between these amyloid-β deposits and protein intake. Hence, consuming more protein can help to stop amyloid-β from depositing in the brain, thereby preventing Alzheimer’s disease.” 

It’s simply amazing how efficient the body is at creating backup protocols to recalibrate and remedy itself once given the right fuel and for Alzheimer’s, the preventative and corrective tool is dietary protein. Chicken, pork, fish and eggs are some of the most commonly eaten animal proteins but there are plant-based foods which offer rather impressive amounts of protein as well, namely whole grain, seeds and nuts. 

“A diet high in protein-rich foods such as meat and legumes reduces the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, according to new research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Australia,” reports Feedstuff.com. “Researchers from ECU’s School of Medical & Health Sciences examined the diets of 541 Australians and measured the levels of amyloid beta (Aβ), which is a precursor to Alzheimer’s disease. They found that participants with higher levels of protein in their diet were less likely to have high levels of Aβ in their brain, thus reducing their risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, ECU said.” 

All that is great news because maintaining a ketogenic diet is essentially the key to staying Alzheimer’s free or at the very least, significantly delaying it. The concept behind the keto diet is a process called ketosis which makes the body deprived of high levels of carbohydrates and instead provides tons of proteins so fat is subsequently burned to produce a chemical known as ketones, a secondary fuel for the body. 

“The research clearly demonstrates that the more protein eaten, the lower the chances … of having a high Aβ burden on the brain, which corresponds to a lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s in the future,” Binosha Fernando, lead researcher. “To get the protective effect that we have demonstrated, you need to be eating about 120 g of protein each day, which isn’t too hard.” 

Who doesn’t mind the idea of eating more to remain healthy and mentally sharp? Additionally a high protein diet can help with weight loss since it forces the body to burn stored fat. That sounds like a win-win situation. There are also exogenous ketones like the KetoFast™ Supplement Powder by HealthyWiser™ to help kick-start the ketogenic process. Eating well and exercise are always recommended so deciding on a keto diet is one route to attaining a better lifestyle.