Re:What Happens in the Brain to Cause Depression?
by astrange on Sunday May 26, 2024 @09:42PM
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The keto people don't seem to talk to the microbiome people though.
Keto cuts out things that are bad for the microbiome, but the things it keeps are bad (red meat -> excessive protein and TMAO), and it doesn't feed the bacteria enough (fiber, etc).
Also, keto dieting advice is pretty universal but different people have very different microbiomes, lactose tolerance, etc.
Re:What Happens in the Brain to Cause Depression?
by nradov on Sunday May 26, 2024 @09:55PM
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That seems like "bro science". There is no reliable evidence that more protein results in worse health outcomes, and a high protein diet doesn't necessarily imply insufficient fiber.
Keto cuts out things that are bad for the microbiome, but the things it keeps are bad (red meat -> excessive protein and TMAO), and it doesn't feed the bacteria enough (fiber, etc).
Also, keto dieting advice is pretty universal but different people have very different microbiomes, lactose tolerance, etc.