The ketogenic diet can help manage seizures in patients with refractory epilepsy. In fact, research shows that just over half of children on the ketogenic diet will have 50% or more improvement in seizures, about 1/3 of children will have over 90% improvement in seizures and about 10-15% will become seizure-free. While it can be helpful with seizure management, being on the ketogenic diet can be challenging at times. In today’s blog post, I will tell you a little about how KetoCal can be a helpful addition to the ketogenic diet.

KetoCal Everyday Convenience

If you have a child on the ketogenic diet, I don’t have to tell you that it can be challenging to plan for keto meals or snacks while running errands, traveling, or going to after-school activities. Using KetoCal once per day can help provide everyday convenience when you are on-the-go. KetoCal® LQ is ready-to-drink and provides a simple and nutritious solution for busy schedules. It also tastes great! (Request a sample to taste it for yourself!)

KetoCal for Nutritional Reassurance

As a busy mom and dietitian, I know a little about the struggle to find meals and snacks that are easy AND nutritious. KetoCal was designed to be both! Using KetoCal® 4:1 once per day is not only convenient, but can also help fill nutrient gaps in the ketogenic diet. Unlike heavy cream (a popular milk substitute with the ketogenic diet)*, one serving of KetoCal 4:1 (356 calories) provides:

• An excellent source of calcium and vitamin D, two nutrients that are important for bone health
• Fiber to promote gut health
• DHA, an Omega-3 fatty acid that plays a role in brain and eye health
• 4 times LESS saturated fat when compared to heavy cream!

There are multiple ways to incorporate KetoCal 4:1 into your daily routine. You can drink it once per day or use it in everyday recipes. KetoCal 4:1 is available as a powder (great for baking!) or as a ready-to-drink liquid (convenient while on-the-go). Work with your dietitian or visit www.myketoplanner.com to find tasty recipes using KetoCal 4:1.

–Ellen Avery, MS, RD
Medical Advisor, Ketogenics
Nutricia North America

KetoCal is a medical food for the dietary management of intractable epilepsy and is intended for use under medical supervision. Talk with your healthcare provider about whether KetoCal is right for you. 

*Comparing an equal amount of calories from heavy cream.

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