#Ketogenic

A new pilot study suggests that following a well-formulated ketogenic diet for about 10 weeks may be associated with a striking reduction in depression symptoms among college students who were already receiving treatment. In a small, single‑arm trial at The Ohio State University, 16 participants who completed the program showed an average depression score drop of about 69% on self-reported scales and a roughly 71% reduction on clinician-rated assessments. Beyond mood, participants reported a nearly threefold improvement in overall well-being and measurable gains on cognitive tests. The study’s lead investigators emphasize both the promise and the need for caution, highlighting that these findings come from a modest, preliminary sample without a control group, and that the broader question of how much the diet itself drove the improvements remains open.

A growing body of science suggests that a very low-calorie ketogenic diet (VLCKD) may influence aging markers and could slow biological aging by years, particularly for people with obesity. While findings are early, they are drawing interest from scientists and health professionals in Thailand and around the world.

Recent research indicates VLCKD can drive meaningful weight loss while also affecting molecular markers associated with aging. Experts say ketosis may influence cellular processes that underlie aging, possibly through improved insulin regulation and metabolic health. For aging researchers, these results offer a new lens on how dietary patterns might shape long-term health outcomes.

A Spanish study investigates whether a very low-calorie ketogenic diet can slow aging at the molecular level, focusing on individuals with obesity. Published in Nutrients, the study suggests that about six months on this diet may influence markers of biological age. Researchers tracked DNA methylation and other epigenetic changes, finding that overweight participants starting with signs of accelerated aging showed improvements indicative of a younger biological age after 180 days on the regimen.