Chocolate and Butter...

       

Since at least 500 B.C. dietary changes have been posited as a treatment for epilepsy. With the advent of anticonvulsant drugs, diet was discounted and disputed,

and so passed out of favour. Many centuries later, favour was restored, but reservedly so, with a Ketogenic Diet designed by physicians in the 1920's. It was not curative, but supportive. 

I'll not attempt to explain here this complex and medically monitored diet that is used mostly for children and was often found to be effective in aiding control of seizures.

Researchers with their spy glasses consider benefits for adults who carry this disorder. For many years, I have avoided many low-fat products and most no fat products. Eating regularly, moderately and with otherwise balanced meals has proved much more comfortable than low or no fat options. Has it made a difference for epilepsy management in my life? I believe it has, the only proof is in how I feel.

    

(It is good reason to eat chocolate and real butter!)

Feed sparingly and defy the physician.

~ James Howell