Can the Ketogenic Diet Lead to Alzheimer’s Disease?

By Dean & Ayesha Sherzai, MD

October 12, 2017 Updated by CNS on February 19th, 2025

…sleep, stress management, and a whole food, plant-based diet low in sugar is profoundly effective for keeping our brains vibrant and active throughout a long life. In addition to working…

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Are Vegetarian Diets Linked to Depression in Men?

By Conor Kerley, PhD

October 24, 2017 Updated January 2nd, 2019

…cause depression? For example, were the vegetarians in this observational study eating a junk food diet high in sugar, salt and saturated fat which may indeed contribute to depression? Or…

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Multiple Sclerosis and Plant-Based Nutrition

By Conor Kerley, PhD

October 25, 2017 Updated January 2nd, 2019

…Mexico[4] and Israel[5]. A study in 1974 involving 20 countries reported higher MS rates were associated with higher intake of meat, eggs, milk, butter, sugar and fat overall[6]. Following this…

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The PURE Study’s Conclusions on Fats and Carbs Are Misleading

By Conor Kerley, PhD

November 17, 2017 Updated January 2nd, 2019

…fruits are >90% carbohydrate. However, lots of processed foods are >90% carbohydrate too: candy, refined grain products, sodas and other sugary drinks, etc. In the PURE study, total intake of…

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Rainbow Chard & Tofu Vegan Muffins

By Mila Maurus

December 7, 2017 Updated October 1st, 2018

These vegan muffins pack a powerful nutritional punch unlike traditional muffins, which are often full of butter, sugar, and saturated fats. They make a great breakfast, and are the perfect…

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A Nurse’s Journey to a Plant-Based Lifestyle

By Kathleen M. Kirby, RN

January 12, 2018 Updated January 2nd, 2019

…some protein or I can get low blood sugar and I just feel light-headed.” The other one is, “I can’t give up ice cream or I can’t give up cheese,…

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Restaurant Campaign Will Bring Plant-Based Options to More Menus

By PlantPure Communities

February 9, 2018 Updated January 2nd, 2019

…evidence is now clear and convincing – the standard American diet, which is low in whole plant-based foods and high in animal based foods, added fats and refined carbohydrates (sugar,…

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Can Asparagus Cause Cancer or Can it Help Prevent Cancer?

By Conor Kerley, PhD

April 5, 2018 Updated January 2nd, 2019

…a healthy and varied diet—rich in fruit, vegetables, and pulses, and limited in processed meat and high fat or sugar foods—to help give them the best chance of survival.” There…

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4 Macrobiotic Tips for Spring Cleansing

By Marlene Watson-Tara

April 18, 2018 Updated April 3rd, 2023

…tired. What to Remove From Your Diet Avoid dairy (milk, butter, yoghurt, cheese), all meat including fish, eggs, sugar (sweets, cakes and puddings), white rice, white bread, and processed ready-made…

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