Question 1

does anyone have experience with the ketogenic diet for epilepsy? if so do medications become more potent on the diet?

Accepted Answer

No: Ketogenic diet was introduced long before current antiepiletic drugs became available.  Ketogenic diet works well for some individuals with intractable epilepsy allowing tapering down the AED  they have been on.

Question 2

if a child is on the ketogenic diet, what is he eating?

Accepted Answer

Fats and proteins: A ketogenic diet is very low in sugars, almost none.  The idea is the ketones from digestion without sugars may lessen seizures.   The diet is quite difficult and restrictive.  It is typically only used in severe cases where multiple medications are not controlling the seizures.  A nutritionist is always involved (along with the neurologist), to ensure that all vitamins and minerals are included.

Question 3

can you tell me some exercise on a ketogenic diet..?

Accepted Answer

Start slow: I would recommend a graduated walking plan.  Start out with 5 minutes, average pace twice a day.  Move up 5 minutes every 5-7 days.  Ultimately 40-60 minutes of moderate pace would be ideal.  Once you are able to do that easily, move into some strength training as well.

Question 4

will i gain any fat if i go on a cyclic ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you eat more protein than your body needs it will convert to fat. I don't think diets are the answer. If you need to loose weight then sit down and make a list of what and where you eat and start making changes. Start by learning to cook food, and appreciate great food. Learn your portion sizes- use a kitchen scale. Diets don't work - lifestyle changes do. Good luck.

Question 5

what do you suggest if i want to go on a ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

Don't do it!: Instead, learn to eat less and exercise more so that you can lose the weight and keep it off the rest of your life. Don't try a "diet", learn to eat properly forever.

Question 6

what do you suggest if i would like to go on a ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

Lots available: I have personally done well with Medifast or Take Shape for Life as have many of my patients.  Most ketogenic diets that do not severely restrict carbohydrates are safe and effective.  Many of my patients have used Nutrisystem, Weight Watchers and Carbohydrate Addicts Diet with some success as well.

Question 7

i have been on a ketogenic lifestyly for 5 months now and i suddenly suffer from excesive hairloss?

Accepted Answer

Doctor can evaluate: One's primary care doctor can check for medical causes. If none are found then one can see a dermatologist, especially one specializing in hair restoration (some treatments: minoxidil, finasteride, hair transplants...). Medical causes may include: hormonal problems (low thyroid), seborrhea, alopecia areata, stressful illness. Other causes: genetic male/female pattern baldness, telogen effluvium...

Question 8

is raw papaya salad allowed on ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

Its in the Low GI: This means you concentrate on low glycemic index foods.Foods w a GI less than 55.This allows you to stay in a ketogenic state.U don't sacrifice an entire days food choices so that every item is below 55.U look at an overall meal or a days meal plan and see if the average GI of all items taken as a whole is below 55.Make smart choices and above all else exercise & drink 64 oz's of h2o/day.

Question 9

are there any research papers on the ketogenic diet and pms?

Accepted Answer

A lit search start: I don't know of one, but here is a starting point through which you may find what you want. 
http://www.theketogenicdiet.org/
Ask questions there.
Good luck in your hunting!

Question 10

what is a ketogenic diet?

Accepted Answer

No carbs: A strict ketogenic diet is one in which you will release ketones which can be measured in the urine. This occurs when carbohydrates are avoided completely and only protein and fats are eaten.

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