Question

A colleague’s child, who is a bit over 6 years old, got epilepsy after being frightened while playing somewhere. I would like to know what dietary precautions should be taken?

Answer

  1. Children with epilepsy should limit their intake of carbohydrates appropriately.
  2. Children with epilepsy should limit their intake of carbohydrates appropriately.
  3. Foods high in zinc should be avoided by children with epilepsy.
  4. Children with epilepsy should avoid foods that may trigger seizures. Foods such as mutton, dog meat, roosters, wild ducks, and carp, which are considered “inducing” foods, should not be consumed excessively; strong alcohol, strong tea, and coffee should be strictly prohibited.