Important Research
Below you’ll find the most current evidence-based research as I review it and publish it. Please continue to check back frequently and follow our community on Facebook to keep up to date.
When “Good” Nutrients Backfire: Why Introducing B6, B12, and Folate Too Early Can Worsen Neurological Symptoms
In functional nutrition, we often see lab results showing deficiencies in vitamin B6, B12, and folate (B9). Naturally, the instinct is to replace them quickly. However, in my practice, I’ve repeatedly observed that introducing these nutrients too early—especially in...
read moreWhen CBD Doesn’t Work: Looking Beyond the Endocannabinoid System
CBD (cannabidiol) has become a popular tool for supporting neurological symptoms—especially seizures, anxiety, and nervous system dysregulation. It works primarily by influencing the endocannabinoid system (ECS), which helps regulate mood, inflammation, and brain...
read moreNot Just Pediatric: When Cerebral Folate Deficiency Appears Later in Life
Cerebral folate deficiency (CFD) is traditionally thought of as a childhood-onset condition, yet emerging evidence highlights that it can present later in life and may be overlooked in adults with worsening seizures. A case presented at the American Epilepsy Society...
read moreWhy don’t I use the word “epilepsy” in my practice
Why I Say “Nutrition for Seizures” — Not “Nutrition for Epilepsy” People often ask why I refer to my practice as Nutrition for Seizures instead of Nutrition for Epilepsy. The distinction is intentional — and deeply meaningful. A seizure is a symptom. It is a transient...
read moreUsing AI for Health Investigation: Benefits and Cautions for Neurological Care
As a practitioner supporting adults and children experiencing seizures and other neurological conditions, I am often asked whether artificial intelligence (AI) is a helpful tool in health investigation. The answer is nuanced. AI can be a powerful asset when used...
read moreThe Bio-Individual Approach to Therapeutic Dietary Interventions
Healing from neurological conditions is rarely one-size-fits-all. A bio-individual approach recognizes that each person’s genetics, microbiome, detox capacity, immune function, and nutrient status are unique. What calms inflammation in one individual may aggravate...
read moreSeizures may be the diagnosis but you don’t have to believe the prognosis
I've been practicing Nutrition for Seizures for 11 years. Throughout my time as a practitioner working with families I have heard repeatedly that a diagnosis has been made by a qualified medical doctor. Often with a diagnosis there is a prognosis attached to this. ...
read moreB6 deficiency should be explored with all clients experiencing seizures
I have suspected for years that b6 deficiency may be a significant contributer to multiple metabolic disorders that I've come across frequently in my practice. B6 is a critical nutrient for nerve conductivity, the synthesis of neurotransmitters and serves as a...
read moreMold toxins as a potential cause of seizures
There is mounting evidence that toxins from one or varying mold exposures can cause seizure disorders. In 2023 I initally blogged on this topic. The content highlights the health risks associated with exposure to toxic mold, particularly its link to neurological...
read moreAdult onset cerebral folate deficiency
Cerebral folate deficiency is a relatively new metabolic disorder. (Several years ago I blogged on this condition. You can read more details here). I find that many families that I work with when approaching their neurologists about testing for cerebral folate...
read moreWhat I’m reading
What every person that has seizures needs to know, but isn't told.
