Ketogenic Diet and Brain Health

This chapter explores the ketogenic diet's impact on brain health and various medical conditions, emphasizing ketones as a vital energy source. It covers the diet's effectiveness for individuals with type 2 diabetes and discusses emerging research on its benefits for mental health issues like depression and anxiety. Additionally, the chapter highlights the role of medium chain triglycerides (MCTs) in ketone production and their historical significance, as well as the antimicrobial properties of compounds found in coconut oil.