Question
What dietary precautions should be taken for a child with epilepsy?
Answer
Epilepsy patients should avoid eating foods that may trigger seizures, such as lamb, dog meat, roosters, wild ducks, and carp, which are considered ‘active’ foods and should not be consumed excessively; smoking, strong alcohol, strong tea, and coffee should be strictly prohibited; pepper, chili, mustard, scallions, garlic, and other spicy seasonings should also be limited in quantity.