Fact Check: Did a Harvard Doctor Cure Schizophrenia With a Keto Diet?

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Claimant: Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Claim: A Harvard doctor cured schizophrenia using ketogenic diets.

Rating: FALSE

Explanation: The study referenced did not claim schizophrenia was cured. Researchers reported early, limited findings suggesting possible symptom improvement. The claim exaggerates preliminary evidence and promotes misleading medical conclusions.

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Date: 02/12/2026

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Last Updated on February 12, 2026 by Media Bias Fact Check

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