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The Effects of a High Fat, Low Carbohydrate or a Low Fat, High Carbohydrate Diet on Mood Cognition and Appetite
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating High Fat Low Carbohydrate Diet and Low fat High Carbohydrate Diet for Mild Cognitive Impairment. Completed, enrolled 20 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
A previous study has found that the consumption of a high fat, low carbohydrate meal results in increased feelings of calmness, friendliness and an increase in subjective energy levels in comparison to a low fat, high carbohydrate meal. The purpose of this study is to investigate whether a high fat, low carbohydrate diet for a longer duration (of 2 weeks) can enhance or sustain these changes in comparison to a low fat, high carbohydrate meal.
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55% total energy intake from fats, 17% from protein and 28% from carbohydrate
20% total energy intake from dietary fats, 17% from protein and 63% from carbohydrate