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Ketogenic Diet & Constipation
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My son has been on the Ketogenic diet for years. It has helped the seizures more than any anti-seizure medication. Decrease in seizures and in the severity. Lately, he is having severe constipation. Doctors only recommended dulcolax.
Any suggestions?

posted June 16, 2023
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A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Yes, I want to make sure I can add fiber to his ketogenic diet or how much. (Tube fed)
Thank you.

posted June 16, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Fiber is also helpful for controlling constipation. Or it has been helpful for me but if it relaxes too much then you might want to decrease it

posted June 16, 2023
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

Coffee

posted June 16, 2023

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