Ketogenic Diet Helps Control Seizures in Child with Epilepsy
Researchers studied a young patient with a specific type of epilepsy linked to a gene called DLG3.
Ketogenic Diet
This hub covers ketogenic diet for epilepsy, a medically supervised nutrition therapy that can reduce seizures for some people. Evidence, who it helps, side effects, and practical questions.
What you’ll find in this topic:
- Plain-language summaries of new epilepsy studies
- What the research means for real life
- Practical questions to ask your neurologist
- Related topics you can explore next
Ketogenic Diet: What Families Usually Want to Know
- Who the ketogenic diet helps most (and when it’s considered)
- Keto vs modified Atkins vs low glycemic index treatment (LGIT)
- What “ketosis” means and how it’s monitored
- Common side effects and when to call the care team
Common Ketogenic Diet Terms in Plain English
- Ketosis: The body uses fat for energy, producing ketones
- Ketones: Substances measured in blood/urine that indicate ketosis
- Ratio (classic keto): Fat to protein+carbs (e.g., 3:1 or 4:1)
- Modified Atkins: Less strict, often easier to follow
- LGIT: Focuses on low-glycemic carbs; sometimes a gentler option
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Ketogenic Diet FAQ
Is this something we try on our own?
No. Keto for epilepsy should be medically supervised because it can affect growth, labs, and medications.
How long until we know if it’s helping?
Often weeks to a few months. Many teams reassess after a set trial period.
What are common side effects?
Constipation, high cholesterol, low blood sugar, kidney stones, and nausea. Your team will monitor and guide prevention.
Can someone stay on it long-term?
Some do, but long-term plans depend on seizure control, growth, labs, and quality of life.
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Ketogenic Diets Can Cause Common Adverse Events
Researchers studied the effects of ketogenic diets (KDs) on people with various health conditions, including epilepsy.
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Devices & Neuromodulation | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | Ketogenic Diet | Lifestyle & Sleep | New Studies
Fasting During Ramadan May Be Safe for Some Epilepsy Patients
A recent study looked at how fasting during Ramadan affects seizure activity in adults with epilepsy.
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Drug-Resistant Epilepsy | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | Ketogenic Diet | New Studies | Pediatrics
Ketogenic Diet May Improve Seizure Control in Epilepsy
Researchers studied how the ketogenic diet (KD) affects the microbiota-gut-brain axis (MGBA) in people with drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE).
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Ketogenic Diet More Effective for Children with Drug-Resistant Epilepsy
Researchers studied two diets, the classical ketogenic diet (CKD) and the modified Atkins diet (MAD), to see how well they help children with drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE).
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Effective Ketogenic Diet for Managing GLUT1 Deficiency in Kids
This study looked at how well the ketogenic diet works for children with GLUT1 deficiency syndrome (GLUT1DS), a genetic condition that can cause seizures and other neurological problems.
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Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | Ketogenic Diet | New Studies | Pediatrics | Status Epilepticus
Lidocaine Shows Promise for Treating Pediatric FIRES Seizures
Researchers studied a 5-year-and-11-month-old boy who developed a severe form of epilepsy called febrile infection-related epilepsy syndrome (FIRES) after a fever.
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Drug-Resistant Epilepsy | Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | Ketogenic Diet | New Studies | Status Epilepticus
Ketogenic Diet May Help Adults with FIRES Seizures
This study looked at five adults with Febrile Infection-Related Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES), a serious condition that causes severe seizures after a fever.
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Epilepsy Research Summaries | Genetics | Ketogenic Diet | New Studies | Pediatrics | Status Epilepticus
Understanding Refractory Status Epilepsy in Children
Researchers studied two specific types of epilepsy syndromes called New-Onset Refractory Status Epilepticus (NORSE) and Febrile Infection-Related Epilepsy Syndrome (FIRES) in children.
