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The substantial evidence supporting the ketogenic diet (KD) in epilepsy management has spurred research into its effects on other neurological and psychiatric conditions. Despite differences in characteristics, symptoms, and underlying mechanisms, these conditions share common pathways that the KD may influence. The KD reverses metabolic dysfunction. Moreover, it has been shown to support neuroprotection through mechanisms such as neuronal energy support, inflammation reduction, amelioration of oxidative stress, and reversing mitochondrial dysfunction. The adequate intake of dietary nutrients is essential for maintaining normal brain functions, and strong evidence supports the role of nutrition in the treatment and prevention of many psychiatric and neurological disorders. Obsessive–compulsive disorder (OCD) is a neuropsychiatric condition marked by persistent, distressing thoughts or impulses (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors performed in response to these obsessions (compulsions). Recent studies have increasingly examined the role of nutrition and metabolic disorders in OCD. This narrative review examines current evidence on the potential role of the KD in the treatment of OCD. We explore research on the KD's effects on psychiatric disorders to assess its potential relevance for OCD treatment. Additionally, we identify key gaps in the preclinical and clinical research that warrant further study in applying the KD as a metabolic therapy for OCD. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

This paper is an environmental approach of land cover in rural areas, based on a case study of Eastern Romania: Studineţ catchment (9669 hectares). The information necessary to shape the profile of the research area is obtained through diachronic and comparative analysis of different land cover categories. For this purpose, three distinct aspects were analyzed: weight and fragmentation of arable land; evolution and current weight of forests; expansion of xerotermophilous shrubs. Arable lands were approached at the maximum details level of the orthorectified aerial photos (0.5x0.5 meters) to highlight the subsistence farming system in small plots improperly oriented on slopes. Also, the authors estimated the natural extension of forests and made a comparative analysis of humanization and forest dynamics between 1772 and 2010. Slope factor was used to calculate the afforestation needs in the idea of restoring natural equilibrium, if possible. The expansion of shrubs was interpreted to find an answer for a burning question: which is the future trend in terms of local land cover? Overall, the study reveals major imbalances between land cover and human society, integrating historical data, cartographic documents, aerial photos and remote sensing in Geographic Information System. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Studinet catchment is situated in the eastern part of Romania (Tutova Rolling Hills), having a surface of about 9669 hectares. In this area, the components of both the natural system and of the anthropic one have stimulated accentuated erosion, especially during the last two centuries. The exploitation of GIS techniques and the use of aerial photos allow the diachronic analysis of large land surfaces. Departing from the digital elevation model (DEM) and from the derived thematic maps constructed with the help of the TNT mips software, we have conducted a complex analysis of land use in relationship with the erosion factors (superficial deposits, the length and declivity of slopes, the vegetal cover and its typology). We have proceeded to the analysis of the aerial photos (2005), the database being completed by statistical information and field surveys integrated in the same unitary geographic informational system. We have obtained some indices that would express the actual degradation of the soils a in the present state of land use. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The substantial evidence supporting the ketogenic diet (KD) in epilepsy management has spurred research into its effects on other neurological and psychiatric conditions. Despite differences in characteristics, symptoms, and underlying mechanisms, these conditions share common pathways that the KD may influence. The KD reverses metabolic dysfunction. Moreover, it has been shown to support neuroprotection through mechanisms such as neuronal energy support, inflammation reduction, amelioration of oxidative stress, and reversing mitochondrial dysfunction. The adequate intake of dietary nutrients is essential for maintaining normal brain functions, and strong evidence supports the role of nutrition in the treatment and prevention of many psychiatric and neurological disorders. Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a neuropsychiatric condition marked by persistent, distressing thoughts or impulses (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors performed in response to these obsessions (compulsions). Recent studies have increasingly examined the role of nutrition and metabolic disorders in OCD. This narrative review examines current evidence on the potential role of the KD in the treatment of OCD. We explore research on the KD's effects on psychiatric disorders to assess its potential relevance for OCD treatment. Additionally, we identify key gaps in the preclinical and clinical research that warrant further study in applying the KD as a metabolic therapy for OCD.