Joe Cannon, MS

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Can Ketones (MCT Oil) Boost Alzheimer’s Memory?

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Is it possible that Alzheimers disease can be improved by ketogenic dietary supplements? There is some research on this. In this week's episode, I do a deep dive into the keto/Alzheimers disease research. Tip. it doesn't involve beta-hydroxybutyrate (BHB). Rather, researchers give people medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs). I discuss how much was used the drawbacks and give you my thoughts on where I'd like to see the future research go. This is episode 60 of Joe Cannon Health Podcast. Listen here or subscribe for free everywhere you get your podcasts from.

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MCT Supplements I like

  1. Natures Way MCT Oil
  2. Kirkland Signature Coconut Oil
  3. Trader Joes Coconut Oil

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MCTs for Alzheimer's Disease

 

Selected References

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19664276/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32310169/

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31694759/

About Joe

Joe Cannon holds an MS in exercise science and a BS degree in chemistry and biology. He's the author of several books, been quoted in the New York Times, Shape Magazine, and The Daily Beast. Joe wrote the first book about exercise-induced rhabdomyolysis. He's been teaching about preventing rhabdo for over 10 years. He trains personal trainers, speaking to thousands each year, and has even lectured to the NASA community. Since the 1990s he's been investigating and teaching about dietary supplements. His website SupplementClarity.com is devoted to honest dietary supplement reviews.

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Joe Cannon, MS has written for several publications including The Journal of Strength and Conditioning, Today's Dietitian, and Prevention. He's been quoted in the New York Times, lectured to NASA and has been a content consultant for Dateline NBC. He's the author of the first book ever published on rhabdomyolysis and exercise. Joe Cannon, has a BS in Chemistry and Biology and a MS in Exercise Science. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and a personal trainer certified by the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).