Keto/ low carb vegetarian diet for epilepsy

[Veggielepsy]

Hi all

I've had epilepsy years and now cancer treatment and wondered whether anyone had any suggestions for a ketogenic foods or low carb/ modified atkins. I am veggie (vegan) and eat quite well, not many UPFs or white flours, and very little alcohol.

Breakfast I tend to have kefir, berries, cacao, seeds and a banana, that's a bit of a habit
Lunch and dinner home made but can be anything.

When dieting previously, shiritaki noodles and salads have been a big thing plus eggs so I think I can do it fairly easily, just wondering whether there were any particular tips! I don't really want to use any of the bought foods, high protein protein shakes etc foods, more of a homemade way of possible.

I have seen threads bit I think more for children with really frequent seizures

Bit tricky if vegan but I’d suggest avocados, olives, and homemade paleo granola (mainly consists of nuts).

There could be some useful recipes on this thread….
https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/low-carb-recipes/3146576-Vegetarian-Low-Carb-Recipes

This woman is a keto vegan. Her 1g of carb flatbreads are great.
https://www.youtube.com/@HeavenlyFan

Is a keto diet appropriate for your cancer? Some do well on keto, some it can have a negative effect on.

I’d highly recommend asking your epilepsy team to refer you to a specialist dietitian. They can give you specific advice and monitor your nutritional status.

Im so sorry you have so much to be dealing with health-wise, I hope your treatment goes well and the diet can have a positive effect also.

Thanks for replies!

Oops sorry, I meant to say vegetarian NOT vegan!!

Thank you your kind message, I have heard good things for a low carb/ low sugar diet but it have dropped a message to my nurse for guidance xx

This chef has some great recipes. I’ve got a few of her books. I’ve had a quick flick through and lazy keto seems to have more veggie recipes. Keto kitchen has a few too.
https://www.fatsoflife.co.uk

Olinas simply seed crackers (original) are great for something to give some crunch and 4 of them are only 1.2g carb. Tom kerridge has a recipe for flaxseed crackers too that are as good if you can be bothered to make them.

Soups are a good thing to make and portion out so you have a few meals made in one go (Stilton and broccoli, Cauli and cheddar, celeriac etc).
I tend to make a big bowl of coleslaw too so I have a side dish ready for days I can’t be bothered.
Egg, cheese and veggie muffins are also a good thing to make ahead.
If you want something else crunchy then cutting slices of cheese and baking them in The oven to dehydrate them make a nice alternative to crisps.

This thread has very low carb/keto products in it..
https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/low_carb_bootcamp/3583325-Useful-low-carb-products-with-photos?page=1

Great recipes to try thank you! Love the cheese and veg combo and will check the other thread