Can a Low-Fat, High-Carb Diet Lead to Alzheimer's?

The thesis of this book is that a high-carb, low-fat diet can lead to the development of Alzheimer's. For years the scientific and medical community has been recommending a high carb diet, but perhaps this is missing the point that the body, and particularly the brain, needs fat. The medical profession has been so obsessed with cholesterol that statins are routinely prescribed. These drugs are designed to reduce cholesterol, but what if cholesterol isn’t the culprit?

The author presents a succinct summary of the scientific data on nutrition and the relationship with brain function. I recommend reading this if you’re concerned about your probability of developing Alzheimer's or that of a loved one. The section is written in easy to understand language. You don’t have to be a scientist to understand it.

In addition to the scientific information, the book provides strategies for developing a high-fat diet, including foods to include, foods to avoid, and even how to deal with restaurant meals. It also includes cooking recommendations.

I highly recommend this book. The research is comprehensive. The suggestions for diet are reasonable, and the ideas provide a counterbalance to the fear of cholesterol and fat.

I received this book from Net Galley for this review.

This book was very thorough and clearly explained. I had heard of the ketogenic diet used for treating epilepsy, so I was intrigued by the idea that it could be used for Alzheimer's as well. While it is very interesting, I had a hard time visualizing the possibility of a person with Alzheimer's —or an overwhelmed caregiver— sticking to such a strict and restrictive plan. I think this will be useful to a limited population, but even that is better than nothing.

Due to some health issues I experienced a few years ago - I developed a strong interest in the Low Carb/High Fat Diet. I have read extensively in this area. My library is stocked with books by Wolfgang Lutz, Michael Eades, Gary Taubes etc.
However, The Alzheimer's Antidote is - without a doubt - one of the best books I have read in this arena.
While the book itself discusses Alzheimer's and how to reverse/delay/mitigate its symptoms - a core focus of the book is the benefits of a Low Carb/High Fat diet.
Amy Berger does a fantastic job of discussing why many researchers now term Alzheimer's as "Type 3 Diabetes".
While the details of the argument is beyond the scope of this review, Amy does a wonderful job of discussing detailed scientific principles in a way that even the general lay reader can follow.
Additionally, her tone is reasoned and rational.
She does not come across like a zealot.
And because the reader feels that she is logically making a case based on facts - and not a preconceived bias - her arguments are all the more persuasive.
Again - this book is extremely well written and makes a very strong case for the benefits of a Low Carb/High Fat diet even if you are not currently suffering from the effects of Alzheimer's.
Bottom line - this book is highly recommended!