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(Reference retrieved automatically from Web of Science through information on FAPESP grant and its corresponding number as mentioned in the publication by the authors.)

YYKetogenic food pyramid for patients with refractory epilepsy: From theory to clinical practice

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Author(s):
Prudencio, Mariana Baldini ; Lima, Patricia de Azevedo ; Pruper de Freitas, Maria Camila ; Cartolano, Flavia de Conti ; Murakami, Daniela Kawamoto ; Teixeira Damasceno, Nagila Raquel
Total Authors: 6
Document type: Journal article
Source: REVISTA DE NUTRICAO-BRAZILIAN JOURNAL OF NUTRITION; v. 30, n. 1, p. 99-108, JAN-FEB 2017.
Web of Science Citations: 0
Abstract

Objective To develop a graphical representation in the form of a food pyramid for a ketogenic diet for dietary treatment in children and adolescents with refractory epilepsy. Methods The pyramid was constructed based on: the estimation of energy requirements for different age groups, macronutrient distribution, food groups, and the number of servings and respective amounts of food according to the ketogenic diet. Serving sizes were based on the calculation of energy and macronutrient requirements according to age and nutritional status. Results The pyramid was divided into three tiers and 5 food groups (fats, proteins, type 1 vegetables, type 2 vegetables, and fruits). Four portion size lists were defined for the following age groups: 1-3 years, 4-6 years, 7-10 years, and 11-19 years. Conclusion The ketogenic diet food pyramid can be used as nutritional guidance for patients undergoing this dietary therapy by illustrating the variety of foods that can be eaten during the treatment, optimizing adherence to the treatment, and guaranteeing beneficial effects on seizure control. (AU)

FAPESP's process: 12/20789-5 - Study of inadequate intake of macro and micronutrients in children and adolescents in the dietary treatment for refractory epilepsy
Grantee:Mariana Baldini Prudencio
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Scientific Initiation
FAPESP's process: 12/03775-0 - Impact of a ketogenic diet in the oxidative characteristics, physical and lipid lipoproteins of children with intractable epilepsy
Grantee:Patricia Azevedo de Lima
Support Opportunities: Scholarships in Brazil - Master