In this episode of Keto Talk, ketogenic therapy expert Denise Potter, RDN, CDCES discusses the benefits of ketogenic diets beyond seizure control. Denise shares how ketogenic therapy can improve cognition, behavior, sleep, energy, and overall quality of life for individuals with neurological conditions.

Alertness and attention are the most consistently reported cognitive changes.

• ⁠Article: Cognitive benefits of the ketogenic diet in patients with epilepsy: A systematic overview⁠
• ⁠Article: Effects of ketogenic diet on development and behavior: Preliminary report of a prospective study⁠

Behavioral and mood changes have been shown in a randomized controlled trial.

• ⁠Article: Cognitive and behavioral impact of the ketogenic diet in children and adolescents with refractory epilepsy: A randomized controlled trial⁠

Sleep quality can improve, and sleep may be part of why attention/QOL improve.

• ⁠Article: Ketogenic diet improves sleep quality in children with therapy-resistant epilepsy⁠

Quality of Life in Childhood Epilepsy Questionnaire (QOLCE)

• QOLCE-76 (original)

• QOLCE-55 (validated shorter version)

• QOLCE-16 (very brief clinical version)

• PedsQL (Pediatric Quality of Life Inventory)

Connect with Denise Potter

LinkedIn: ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/denise-potter-rdn-cdces-5b8b40166/⁠

In this insightful episode, Registered Dietitian Kelly Faltersack, MS, RDN, LDN, teams up with Dr. Elizabeth Felton, Assistant Professor of Neurology and Biomedical Engineering at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health, to shed light on the topic of Catamenial Epilepsy. Together, they explore what a Catamenial Epilepsy pattern might look like, how hormonal cycles influence seizure activity, the latest in medication and ketogenic diet nutritional therapies, and how research is needed to better treat the condition.

Pregnancy Registry: ⁠https://www.aedpregnancyregistry.org/⁠

Published Research

• Keto in Pregnancy and Lactation: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40439278/
• MCT oil and Catamenial Epilepsy: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34208933/

Connect with Kelly Faltersack on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyfaltersackrd/

The information presented in this podcast is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult with a qualified healthcare provider for any questions you may have about your health and before making any decisions related to your health or treatment

Join us for an informative conversation with Glenna Steele, Executive Director, and Dr. Sandra Ojeda, Science Director of the GLUT1 Deficiency Foundation. In this episode, we dive into how the foundation is transforming the lives of families affected by GLUT1 Deficiency—through conferences, The Keto Care Project, social work services, a thriving private Facebook group, and monthly Zoom support meetings. You'll also hear how clinicians and researchers can play a vital role in advancing care by contributing to the GLUT1 Centers of Excellence and the global patient registry.

Website: https://www.g1dfoundation.org/what-is-glut1-deficiency/

Facebook: https://www.g1dfoundation.org/family-network/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/glut1deficiencyfoundation?igsh=aDN2NWw3ZzFwOG5k

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/glut1-deficiency-foundation/