Lifestyle and Diet Changes
A ketogenic diet or a modified Atkins diet may be recommended for people with intractable epilepsy. For children with this condition, a more restrictive keto diet may be suggested. These diets could be challenging to commit fully as they usually require exact measurement of carbs and fats. If you follow a low-carb diet for epilepsy, it is important to consult a dietitian to ensure the body get the important nutrients. Constipation and stomach upset may be possible side effects of these seizure diets. In addition to these diet changes, you may avoid common triggers to improve the symptoms. These include medications, smoking, caffeinated drinks, alcohol, hunger, lack of sleep, bright lights, or mental and emotion stress. [9]
