Thread by @KetoCounselor

In order for ketogenic diets to be offered as a treatment for Alzheimer's disease and covered by insurance, several things would need to happen. (1/11)

First, large-scale clinical trials would need to be conducted to demonstrate the safety and efficacy of ketogenic diets for Alzheimer's disease. (2/11)

These trials would need to include diverse patient populations and be well-designed to control for confounding variables. (3/11)

Second, guidelines for the use of ketogenic diets in Alzheimer's disease would need to be developed and endorsed by professional organizations such as the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Neurology. (4/11)

These guidelines would need to be based on high-quality evidence and provide clear criteria for patient selection, dietary composition, and monitoring of patients. (5/11)

Third, health insurance providers would need to recognize the potential benefits of ketogenic diets for Alzheimer's disease and be willing to cover the cost of dietary counseling, food, and supplements. (6/11)

This would require convincing evidence of the cost-effectiveness of ketogenic diets for Alzheimer's disease, as well as negotiations with insurance companies and policymakers. I am pretty sure the latter would be what slows things down. (7/11)

Overall, the process of incorporating ketogenic diets as a standard-of-care treatment for Alzheimer's disease and having it covered by insurance would require a significant investment of time, resources, and advocacy. (8/11)

However, given the potential benefits of ketogenic diets for Alzheimer's disease, it is an effort that is worth pursuing. (9/11)

And in the meantime, you can't wait. You cannot allow a neurodegenerative process to occur in yourself or a loved one. Unchecked. Hoping all these factors will come together before it is too late. (10/11) #brainfog #dementia #cognition #memory #mood

And you don't have to. You can use a ketogenic diet right now. Reach out if you need help. (11/11)