A review was conducted on the impact of the ketogenic diet on epilepsy treatment in children and adolescents, following systematic guidelines and including 12 qualifying studies.
The ketogenic diet showed positive results in reducing the frequency and severity of seizures while presenting manageable side effects like gastrointestinal issues and dehydration.
Variations of the ketogenic diet were found beneficial for seizure management, serving as either a complementary or alternative treatment for young patients with epilepsy.