Diet in Epilepsy
Dietary management plays a vital role in controlling seizures and supporting brain health in children with epilepsy. Tailored nutritional approaches can complement medical treatments, improving outcomes and quality of life.
Ketogenic Diet for Seizure Control
The ketogenic diet, a high-fat, low-carbohydrate plan, helps reduce seizures by altering the body’s energy metabolism, making it a proven option for drug-resistant epilepsy.
Modified Diet Options
Variations like the Modified Atkins Diet (MAD) and Low Glycemic Index Diet (LGIT) offer flexible, child-friendly alternatives while maintaining seizure-reducing benefits.
Personalized Nutritional Planning
A multidisciplinary team, including neurologists and dietitians, works to customize dietary plans that meet the child’s nutritional needs while supporting seizure control.
Monitoring for Safety and Effectiveness
Regular follow-ups ensure that dietary therapies are effective, sustainable, and balanced, safeguarding a child’s overall growth, development, and health.
With the right dietary approach, children with epilepsy can achieve better seizure management, improved energy levels, and enhanced overall well-being.
Neurodevelopmental disorders like Cerebral Palsy (CP), Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) require early intervention and personalized care to support a child’s growth, learning, and overall well-being.
Ketogenic Diet for Seizure Control
The ketogenic diet, a high-fat, low-carbohydrate plan, helps reduce seizures by altering the body’s energy metabolism, making it a proven option for drug-resistant epilepsy.
Modified Diet Options
Variations like the Modified Atkins Diet (MAD) and Low Glycemic Index Diet (LGIT) offer flexible, child-friendly alternatives while maintaining seizure-reducing benefits.
Personalized Nutritional Planning
A multidisciplinary team, including neurologists and dietitians, works to customize dietary plans that meet the child’s nutritional needs while supporting seizure control.
Monitoring for Safety and Effectiveness
Regular follow-ups ensure that dietary therapies are effective, sustainable, and balanced, safeguarding a child’s overall growth, development, and health.
With the right dietary approach, children with epilepsy can achieve better seizure management, improved energy levels, and enhanced overall well-being.