Could a diet replace drugs for kids with absence seizures?
NCT ID NCT04274179
First seen May 07, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 5 times
Summary
This study tests whether a modified Atkins diet can control absence seizures in children aged 3-12 who have not yet tried any medication. For 3 months, one group follows the diet while another group takes standard seizure drugs. The goal is to see if the diet is a safe and effective first-line option for this type of epilepsy.
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