Note: KD should only be initiated and monitored by a clinician–dietitian team experienced in dietary therapies for epilepsy. The 3-month trial window is a general rule; in specific etiologies (e.g., Glut1DS), KD is a first-line, long-term therapy. Ask your neurologist if KD is appropriate for your situation. The Ketogenic Diet and Epilepsy: A Clinical Tool with Real-LifeContinue reading “Understanding the Ketogenic Diet for Epilepsy”
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Managing Seizure Disorders: Nutrition and Lifestyle Solutions
Living with a seizure disorder can be challenging, particularly when needed medications cause difficult side effects or seizures persist. Many patients are interested in complementary lifestyle and dietary approaches that may support brain health and reduce seizure risk. Research suggests that nutrition, nutraceuticals, and lifestyle changes can influence the brain’s resistance to experiencing seizures without drug-related side effects.
How Magnesium Prevents Migraines: A Nutritional Approach
A Nutrition & Lifestyle Guide for Headache Prevention Migraines can be more than just headaches—they often disrupt daily life, productivity, and emotional well-being. While medications can help, many people are turning to nutrition and lifestyle strategies to prevent migraine attacks before they start. One mineral has been getting a lot of scientific attention for itsContinue reading “How Magnesium Prevents Migraines: A Nutritional Approach”
Hair Loss Around Pregnancy: Causes and Natural Solutions That Work
Hair loss during and after pregnancy is common, but it’s not always talked about. From thick, lush pregnancy hair to unexpected postpartum shedding, many women feel confused or blindsided by the changes in their hair. But the causes are grounded in science, and thankfully, so are the solutions. Why Does Hair Loss Happen Around Pregnancy?Continue reading “Hair Loss Around Pregnancy: Causes and Natural Solutions That Work”
Understanding Female Hair Loss: Causes and Impacts
Hair loss in women is not just a cosmetic concern—it often carries deep emotional and psychological impacts. Among the various types of alopecia, female-pattern hair loss (FPHL) or non-scarring alopecia is by far the most common and can begin gradually, with subtle shifts in part width or ponytail thickness that may go unnoticed until advanced.Continue reading “Understanding Female Hair Loss: Causes and Impacts”
Diet and Postpartum Depression: Key Connections
Postpartum depression (PPD) Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious mood disorder affecting approximately one in seven women in the year following childbirth (Mughal, Azhar, & Siddiqui, 2021). Unlike the transient “baby blues,” PPD is characterized by persistent sadness, anxiety, sleep disturbances, and difficulties bonding with the infant. Its impact can extend to impairing the mother–childContinue reading “Diet and Postpartum Depression: Key Connections”
The Role of Wheatgrass in Combating Breast Cancer: Insights and Applications
This post is intended for healthcare professionals, nutritionists, and patients exploring complementary therapies in oncology. Whether you are a clinician seeking innovative adjuncts to cancer care or a patient looking for natural ways to support your treatment, this blog provides valuable insights into wheatgrass’s potential benefits. Significance of the Studies Wheatgrass (Triticum aestivum Linn) hasContinue reading “The Role of Wheatgrass in Combating Breast Cancer: Insights and Applications”
Personalized Nutrition: A New Approach to Managing Female Infertility
Female infertility affects many women worldwide, with chronic low-grade inflammation identified as a contributing factor. A recent review by Fabozzi et al. (2022) explores how personalized nutrition can manage this inflammation to improve fertility outcomes. Understanding Chronic Low-Grade Inflammation in Infertility Chronic low-grade inflammation is a persistent, mild activation of the immune system. It’s linkedContinue reading “Personalized Nutrition: A New Approach to Managing Female Infertility”
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