A groundbreaking study conducted by researchers at the University of California has revealed that a ketogenic diet (keto diet) may hold the key to treating autoimmune disorders such as multiple sclerosis, type 1 diabetes, and rheumatoid arthritis.
The research, led by a team of scientists at the University of California, found that the keto diet can help suppress the inflammation and immune system responses that drive these debilitating diseases.
By putting the body into a state of ketosis, where it burns fat for energy instead of carbohydrates, the keto diet appears to reduce the production of pro-inflammatory immune cells and promote the growth of regulatory T cells, which help to calm the immune system.
While more research is needed to confirm the findings and establish the keto diet as a viable treatment option, the study’s lead author expressed optimism about the potential breakthrough.
“This study offers new hope for people suffering from autoimmune disorders,” said the researcher. “We’re excited to continue exploring the therapeutic potential of the keto diet in future studies.”
The research was conducted by a team of scientists at the University of California and was published in a leading scientific journal.
Source:
University of California. “How keto diet could one day treat autoimmune disorders.”