Classical and Modified Ketogenic Diets for Children and Young People With Drug-Resistant Epilepsy: A Reflection of International Dietetic Practice and Best Practice Recommendations for Dietitians.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

A global need was identified for a practical, comprehensive tool to guide dietitians internationally working in ketogenic diet therapy (KDT), detailing all aspects of dietetic management. The aim of this project was to develop best practice recommendations for the dietetic management of classical and modified ketogenic diets in the management of epilepsy and neurometabolic conditions.

Methods

Expert ketogenic dietitians from six continents were invited to participate as members of either a core working group or advisory group. A systematic literature review was conducted, covering all aspects of dietetic management, from patient selection to diet discontinuation. To complement this, an international survey was distributed to ketogenic dietitians currently delive

SUBMITTER: Schoeler NE 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12516026 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature