Tag: Keto

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The Ketogenic Diet for Treating Epilepsy in Pediatrics
How does the treatment generally work? Scientific studies (Kim et al., 2004; Bergqvist et al., 2005) have shown that ketosis can be achieved without fasting, using gradual initiation protocols, reducing side effects. In children, the gradual initiation of the diet is done in the hospital, preferably without initial fasting to avoid the risks of hypoglycemia. […]
Epilepsy and the Ketogenic Diet: What Science Says.
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder characterized by seizures resulting from abnormal electrical discharges in the brain. Approximately one-third of epileptic patients do not respond well to conventional medications, making them refractory epileptics. This article explores the role of the ketogenic diet in managing epilepsy, its positive effects, and the types of epilepsy it can benefit. […]
Diet and Epilepsy: The Impact of the Ketogenic Diet
Epilepsy is a complex neurological condition affecting millions of people worldwide. Characterized by recurrent seizures, it can significantly impact patients’ quality of life. However, advances in therapeutic approaches offer hope, notably the ketogenic diet, a dietary plan that is garnering increasing interest in the treatment of refractory epilepsy, i.e., epilepsy that does not respond to […]
How to make keto hummus?
Hummus is traditionally made with chickpeas. But remember that chickpeas contain about 61g of carbs per 100g.  Keto dieters can still personalize this vegetarian Mediterranean dish by replacing the chickpeas with zucchini, a low carb alternative with only 3g of carbs per 100g.  Here is how you can prepare your keto hummus: Ingredients you’ll need: […]
Keto diet sweeteners
It’s possible to enjoy the keto diet even when you have a sweet tooth.   You can opt for calorie free sugar alternatives (hence zero net carbs) in your recipes to maintain ketosis. Other sugar alternatives like Maltitol, Sorbitol, Xylitol and Yacon syrup are not calorie free, and might cause digestive discomfort for some people. Read […]
Keto lifestyle and Proteins
Whether you’re on a keto diet or not, proteins are essential to maintain metabolic functions and the growth of your body’s tissues and organs.  However, overeating proteins will lead to gluconeogenesis, a process which metabolizes unused or excess proteins into glucose.  This can prevent you from reaching or maintaining ketosis. Your optimum protein requirements will […]