The issue at hand is the medicine. In all honest the medicine and it side effects make the actual Seizures seem secondary. So I ask then what would be a safer, healthier alternative ? And as with any condition or disorder there ultimately is a deficiency involved to some extend to some degree. My research took me in to the field of Vitamins and Minerals and how they relate to the body. I learned some fascinating facts as well as dispelling a lot rumors and misconceptions.
Overall I did learn that Epilepsy in most cases if not all could be controlled (treated) in a purely natural way. I mean I do appreciate the medical advances made in the field of Neurology I just can't bear to constantly bombard my body with the potent medicines prescribed to me so non-nonchalantly.
Potentially beneficial dietary interventions include identifying and treating blood glucose dysregulation, identifying and avoiding allergenic foods, and avoiding suspected triggering agents such as alcohol, aspartame, and monosodium glutamate. The ketogenic diet may be considered for severe, treatment-resistant cases. The Atkins diet (very low in carbohydrates) is a less restrictive type of ketogenic diet that may be effective in some cases. Nutrients that may reduce seizure frequency include vitamin B6, magnesium, vitamin E, manganese, taurine, dimethylglycine, and omega-3 fatty acids. Administration of thiamine may improve cognitive function in patients with epilepsy. Supplementation with folic acid, vitamin B6, biotin, vitamin D, and L-carnitine may be needed to prevent or treat deficiencies resulting from the use of anticonvulsant drugs. Vitamin K1 has been recommended near the end of pregnancy for women taking anticonvulsants. Melatonin may reduce seizure frequency in some cases, and progesterone may be useful for women with cyclic exacerbations of seizures. In most cases, nutritional therapy is not a substitute for anticonvulsant medications. However, in selected cases, depending on the effectiveness of the interventions, dosage reductions or discontinuation of medications may be possible. Just remember...Always natural a;ways possible!
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The Healthy Arizonan
Overall I did learn that Epilepsy in most cases if not all could be controlled (treated) in a purely natural way. I mean I do appreciate the medical advances made in the field of Neurology I just can't bear to constantly bombard my body with the potent medicines prescribed to me so non-nonchalantly.
Potentially beneficial dietary interventions include identifying and treating blood glucose dysregulation, identifying and avoiding allergenic foods, and avoiding suspected triggering agents such as alcohol, aspartame, and monosodium glutamate. The ketogenic diet may be considered for severe, treatment-resistant cases. The Atkins diet (very low in carbohydrates) is a less restrictive type of ketogenic diet that may be effective in some cases. Nutrients that may reduce seizure frequency include vitamin B6, magnesium, vitamin E, manganese, taurine, dimethylglycine, and omega-3 fatty acids. Administration of thiamine may improve cognitive function in patients with epilepsy. Supplementation with folic acid, vitamin B6, biotin, vitamin D, and L-carnitine may be needed to prevent or treat deficiencies resulting from the use of anticonvulsant drugs. Vitamin K1 has been recommended near the end of pregnancy for women taking anticonvulsants. Melatonin may reduce seizure frequency in some cases, and progesterone may be useful for women with cyclic exacerbations of seizures. In most cases, nutritional therapy is not a substitute for anticonvulsant medications. However, in selected cases, depending on the effectiveness of the interventions, dosage reductions or discontinuation of medications may be possible. Just remember...Always natural a;ways possible!
Thanks for stopping by...
The Healthy Arizonan
