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.
This powerful antioxidant can support the brain, in the presence of AEDs.
Many clients that I work with are on one, if not multiple, medications; all of which are intended to suppress seizure activity. Many adults and parents come to me with several supplements in place, all in an effort to naturally suppress the seizures, as well. I was...
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These are thought to be safe…but not for someone experiencing seizures.
I've written a few blogs about essential oils and botanicals that can potentially create problems for our loved ones that experience seizures. All of us want to only help and improve their symptoms but I urge you to be cautious when considering any botanical,...
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Fish oil decreases seizures.
A recent double-blind placebo study titled "Fish Oil Intake and Seizure Control in Children with Medically Resistant Epilepsy" demonstrated fish oil intake can reduce the number of seizures in children. Using a population base of 70 children, half were given fish oil...
read moreHow to strengthen brain connections.
Our neurons and nerve endings are surrounded by fatty tissue. This fatty insulating tissue, referred to as myelin sheath, offers protection for the connection with nerves, strengthens cognitive function and optimizes brain health. Regeneration naturally occurs in...
read moreSeizures are a symptom of glyphosate (GMO) toxicity.
Dr. Seneff, a senior research scientist at MIT, has been following the link between environmental toxicity and chronic neurodevelopmental symptoms. Recently, she reported that based on the historical date of incline of use of pesticides and autism, all children will...
read moreDo you find that this increases seizures in you or your loved one?
Many parents, in their initial consultations with me, described other symtpoms that co-exist with seizures. I've heard repeatedly that constipation is associated and may even increase seizures or autistic behaviors. Intuitively parents suspect that constipation may...
read moreHow children become nutritionally deficient
In my practice I'm working with families that seem to have a deeper understanding of the importance of nutrition. They recognize that whole, organic, meats, vegetables and fruits are the best sources of nutrients and offer the least toxicity. Many of these families...
read moreWhen can you ask your neurologist to begin weaning you off of AEDs?
I get this question often and recently came across this research. "When people with epilepsy become seizure-free with daily antiepileptic drug (AED) management, there is a very individual decision to be made about discontinuing this treatment. After 1–6 years of...
read moreA nutrient deficiency that can lead to mycolonic seizures or jerks?
My son experienced myoclonic astatic jerks on a daily basis, often to the extreme of a drop seizure and on many days multiple drop seizures. I've remained intrigued by the nature of these seizure types. Using a functional approach attempts to address the root causes...
read moreWhat’s in your cupboard may be more useful for seizures than you think.
To promote phase two of the detoxification pathway I often recommend for my clients to introduce epsom salts into their baths. Epsom salt baths have been used for decades to help relieve sore muscles, boost magnesium levels, promote relaxation, draw out infections,...
read moreWhat I’m reading
What every person that has seizures needs to know, but isn't told.
