Tips & Resources

These post offer a variety or tips and resources that may be useful for parents of children on the ketogenic diet.

Keto-friendly Popsicle Recipe Ideas

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Keto-friendly popsicles are a great summer treat and a great way to cool down and make sure your keto kid stays hydrated on hot days. They are also great for sick days when your child doesn’t feel like eating or drinking. Here are some recipe ideas to consider. As always, check with your keto medical team before trying any new recipes.

Summer Snacks

Make summer variations of your favorite KetoCal smoothie recipes by freezing them in popsicle molds!

Refreshing Treats

Some dietitians allow sugar & carb-free electrolyte drinks, such as Powerade® Zero Sugar*. Check with your dietitian and if allowed, you can simply pour into a popsicle mold and freeze for a quick & easy, refreshing summer treat.

Other Ideas

If you’re looking for more popsicle ideas, check out these recipes provided by the Charlie Foundation.

*POWERADE is a registered trademark of The Coca-Cola Company and is not affiliated with Nutricia North America. Inclusion of a brand name ingredient is to allow Nutricia to provide the most accurate nutritional information for the recipe and does not indicate that the recipe, Nutricia or Nutricia products are sponsored, endorsed or associated with the respective trademark owner.

KetoCal is a medical food and is intended for use under medical supervision. Speak with your healthcare provider to determine if KetoCal is right for you.

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Soft & Spoonable Ketogenic Diet Recipes

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We often get requests from caregivers for ketogenic recipes that are soft and spoonable for children and adults. Here is a collection of some of our favorite soft & spoonable ketogenic recipes.

Sweet Soft & Spoonable Ketogenic Recipes

  • Easy Chocolate Pudding (3:1 recipe) – This simple, kid-favorite recipe has just 3 ingredients!
  • Crème Brulee (4:1 recipe, 3:1 recipe, MAD recipe) – This rich crème brulee recipe is so good, you won’t even miss the carbs! If you need a completely smooth texture, be sure to skip the last part under the broiler, as this will create a crunchy topping.
  • Vanilla Chia Pudding (4:1 recipe) – This delicious and easy-to-make recipe is the perfect breakfast for busy mornings. Chia seeds have a unique consistency, so this recipe wouldn’t work for someone who needs a smooth texture.
  • Creamy Gelatin Treat (4:1 recipe, 3:1 recipe, MAD recipe) – This easy recipe has just 3 ingredients and makes the perfect keto-friendly gelatin.
  • Crustless Pumpkin Pie (3:1 recipe) – This holiday-favorite recipe is delicious all year round!
  • Ice-cream – Who says you can’t have ice-cream on the ketogenic diet? You will love these keto-friendly ice-cream recipes!

Savory Soft & Spoonable Keto Ketogenic Recipes

  • Pureed Cauliflower & Cheese (4:1 recipe, 3:1 recipe, MAD recipe) – This recipe can be easily modified to create a rich, smooth savory dish. To modify, add all of the cheese into the sauce.Then, add the steamed cauliflower and cheese sauce to a food processor and blend until smooth(you could also use an immersion blender).
  • Mashed Fauxtatoes (4:1 recipe, 3:1 recipe) – This simple recipe is a low-carb spin on mashed potatoes (made with cauliflower).
  • Sweet Fauxtatoes (4:1 recipe, 3:1 recipe) – If you’re a fan of sweet potatoes, you will love thislow-carb sweet potato dish

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KetoCal is a medical food for the management of intractable epilepsy and is intended for use under medical supervision.
Check with your healthcare provider to determine if these recipes are appropriate for you or your loved one.

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Keto Parents’ Advice for Families New to the Ketogenic Diet for Epilepsy

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tips for ketogenic diet for epilepsyIs your family new to the ketogenic diet for the management of intractable epilepsy? If so, you may be looking for tips and suggestions to help you manage day-to-day. Oftentimes, the best advice comes from others who have been in your shoes. Using our social media accounts, we asked keto parents about what advice they would offer other families new to the ketogenic diet. Here is what they said*.

“Patience is key. So is persistence. It took 10 weeks of fine-tuning the diet ratio to completely stop our son’s seizures.”

“Simplicity! Don’t overwhelm yourself with a ton of recipes. Or recipes at all for that matter. Start with a few things while becoming familiar and expand as you feel comfortable. My son ate the same things nearly every day. Also, if you reach seizure freedom and it’s interrupted, don’t get discouraged!!! It’s the worst feeling ever but try to stay positive! My son started the diet at 3 and was on it for 2 years. He’s 15 now and seizure free.”

“Take your time, do your research, ask all the questions! This is a lifestyle not a quick fix. But it is totally worth every second 👌👌 My twins have been seizure free for over a year! Make it simple & as time goes on it gets easier! ♥♥♥”

“Don’t give up…work with dietitian and neurology to fine tune! I believe it works but one needs to be patient and work with your whole team!”

“It’s not as hard as you think”

“Take a deep breath, smile and buy a scale!!!!!”

“One step at a time.”

“Keep it simple, ask for help, be patient 💜💜”

“Go slow it’s a marathon not a sprint.”

“Never give up. Weigh and measure precisely.”

“Go to a place that has a keto clinic with a specially-trained dietitian and neurologist.”

For more tips on managing the ketogenic diet, check out these blog posts:
• A Ketogenic Dietitian’s Tips for Families Getting Ready to Start the Ketogenic Diet
• Time Management Tips for Keto Moms and Dads
• Tips for Caregivers of Tube-fed Children & Adults on the Ketogenic Diet

-Mallory

*Results with the ketogenic diet for the management of epilepsy may vary. Talk to your healthcare professional.

The ketogenic diet for the management of intractable epilepsy should be used under medical supervision

To learn more about the medical ketogenic diet for the management of intractable epilepsy, visit www.ketogenicdietforepilepsy.com.

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