Ketones promote a process called metabolic switching, during which the brain switches back and forth from burning glucose and ketones as its main fuel. The switching acts as a mild metabolic stressor, which scientists have found increases brain resiliency and strengthens brain circuitry.
Ketones have powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects in the central nervous system.
Ketones seem to have a direct beneficial effect on neurons, brain circuitry and certain neuronal functions.
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