September 2016 PMID 28053859

Is there a role for diet monotherapy in adult epilepsy?

Mackenzie C Cervenka, Bobbie J Henry-Barron, Eric H Kossoff

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The discussion briefly mentions key outcomes from the publication, such as the reduction in seizures and side effects like amenorrhea, using casual and somewhat humorous language like 'Lmao' and 'Looked into it,' which reflects a surface-level curiosity rather than deep critical analysis.

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The discussion acknowledges the research findings, recognizing the potential effectiveness of diet monotherapy, which shows a moderate level of agreement.

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The tone indicates casual curiosity but lacks deep analytical engagement, reflecting mild interest.

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Abstract in brief

  • The study involved 10 adults with epilepsy, some of whom had not tried ASDs while others had previously discontinued them, and they were treated with the ketogenic diet as the sole therapy.
  • Results showed that 4 participants, including 2 first-time diet users, remained free of disabling seizures after 1 year on the Modified Atkins Diet, while most others experienced significant seizure reductions.
  • Side effects noted included amenorrhea, weight loss, osteoporosis, and hyperlipidemia, but overall, diet monotherapy appeared to be a feasible, well-tolerated, and effective option for adults refusing medication or needing lifelong diet therapy.]

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GoateattingBanana
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@AlpacaAurelius @aprilerussell Lmao Looked into it Actually I found one scientific publication investing this on 10 epileptic patients. Keto diet seemed to drastically reduce seizures, but induced amenorrhea in two of the ladies https://t.co/BXxNkcuBTm

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GoateattingBanana
@GoatandBanana · X

@AlpacaAurelius @aprilerussell Lmao Looked into it Actually I found one scientific publication investing this on 10 epileptic patients. Keto diet seemed to drastically reduce seizures, but induced amenorrhea in two of the ladies https://t.co/BXxNkcuBTm

Jul 11, 2023 · 77 followers View post →