Not just for losing weight the science and evidence behind ketogenic diet has been shown to have an effect on other health conditions. Starting with work on seizures for Paediatric epilepsy and is now moving towards cancer prevention.
Dr. D’Agostino is an Assistant Professor at the University of South Florida College Of Medicine, Molecular Pharmacology & Physiology where he develops and tests metabolic therapies, including alternative energy substrates and ketogenic agents for neurological disorders, cancer and wound healing.
If your interest is in life improvement, longevity and cancer prevention I really suggest reading more in this area.