Re: new to ketogroup /natural laxatives?

[Guest guest]

you can't get frustrated in just a week, its now allowed

Some kids respond immediately, a lot don't, give it time, its a big

metabolism change.

The constipation could be part of the seizure problem. A lot of centeres

recommend mineral oil or original flavour Milk of Magnesia. Both should

work but I consider them short term fixes, wouldn't want to use them

long term. Better solution for a lot of kids is increased magnesium. You

should be using a calcium supplment with magnesium, try to get at least

a 2:1 ratio of calcium to magnesium, some even have to go up to a 1;1

ratio.

And if you he is on any drugs, remember, that can effect the diet too

Good luck

, 's mom

kcyah2003 wrote:

> My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and I

> haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two on-

> duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

> they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had such

> high hopes… So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

> On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or so,

> my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

> works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from continual

> use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

> pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used by

> adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I am

> confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

> standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

> haven't been able to find any prunes.

> 's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

> apple.

> Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

> Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not responding

> initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

>

> Thanks in advance for your help.

> -kieu, mom to .

>

>

>

>

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[Guest guest]

you can't get frustrated in just a week, its now allowed

Some kids respond immediately, a lot don't, give it time, its a big

metabolism change.

The constipation could be part of the seizure problem. A lot of centeres

recommend mineral oil or original flavour Milk of Magnesia. Both should

work but I consider them short term fixes, wouldn't want to use them

long term. Better solution for a lot of kids is increased magnesium. You

should be using a calcium supplment with magnesium, try to get at least

a 2:1 ratio of calcium to magnesium, some even have to go up to a 1;1

ratio.

And if you he is on any drugs, remember, that can effect the diet too

Good luck

, 's mom

kcyah2003 wrote:

> My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and I

> haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two on-

> duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

> they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had such

> high hopes… So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

> On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or so,

> my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

> works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from continual

> use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

> pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used by

> adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I am

> confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

> standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

> haven't been able to find any prunes.

> 's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

> apple.

> Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

> Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not responding

> initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

>

> Thanks in advance for your help.

> -kieu, mom to .

>

>

>

>

> " The Ketogenic Diet....a realistic treatment option, NOT just a last

> resort! "

>

> List is for parent to parent support only.

> It is important to get medical advice from a

> professional keto team!

> Subscribe: ketogenic-subscribe

> Unsubscribe: ketogenic-unsubscribe

>

>

>

>

> ---------------------------------------------------------------

>

[Guest guest]

I'm kinda repeating some of what just said....

Constipation is common in the beginning. Magnesium supplements have worked well

for many kids....... he should have been prescribed a calcium/magnesium

supplement, since this diet doesn't contain many good calcium sources on it's

own..... but many of us have chosen to increase the magnesium dosage a bit more

than the docs suggest.... because it truly does help things moooooove.

Magnesium citrate is the form I prefer to use, because it's supposedly more

absorbable.

Also....... did you know that apple can be naturally binding? (Meaning.... it

can increase constipation. ) I don't know how you'd be able to include enough

prunes to make a difference ...... they would certainly be pretty high in carbs

with all the natural sugars.

If I were you, I wouldn't worry too much about using a glycerin suppository a

couple of times a week at this point. It will be OK to do that. Obviously, you

want a better solution in the long run but the constipation probably won't be as

bad after some time goes by.... and you make a few of the other suggested

changes.

As far as seizure control.... Absolutely, YES..... there are plenty of

families that have been on this list that didn't get immediate control.... and

had to fine-tune the diet, reduce or eliminate meds, etc..... before finally

getting the full benefit of the diet. Don't give up hope! Is your son still on

seizure meds? The darn drugs can sometimes really get in the way of successful

control on the Keto diet. If he is, be watchful for any signs of toxicity.....

since the diet changes the way meds are metabolized. One symptom of med toxicity

with some of the drugs is, believe it or not, increased seizures.

This is a big change for your child's body...... he may need some time to

adjust. How is he feeling otherwise? What is his ratio?

Patti, mom to Katera, age 7, former Keto Kid...... possible future re-Keto

Kid.

new to ketogroup /natural laxatives?

My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and I

haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two on-

duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had such

high hopes. So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or so,

my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from continual

use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used by

adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I am

confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

haven't been able to find any prunes.

's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

apple.

Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not responding

initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

Thanks in advance for your help.

-kieu, mom to .

[Guest guest]

I'm kinda repeating some of what just said....

Constipation is common in the beginning. Magnesium supplements have worked well

for many kids....... he should have been prescribed a calcium/magnesium

supplement, since this diet doesn't contain many good calcium sources on it's

own..... but many of us have chosen to increase the magnesium dosage a bit more

than the docs suggest.... because it truly does help things moooooove.

Magnesium citrate is the form I prefer to use, because it's supposedly more

absorbable.

Also....... did you know that apple can be naturally binding? (Meaning.... it

can increase constipation. ) I don't know how you'd be able to include enough

prunes to make a difference ...... they would certainly be pretty high in carbs

with all the natural sugars.

If I were you, I wouldn't worry too much about using a glycerin suppository a

couple of times a week at this point. It will be OK to do that. Obviously, you

want a better solution in the long run but the constipation probably won't be as

bad after some time goes by.... and you make a few of the other suggested

changes.

As far as seizure control.... Absolutely, YES..... there are plenty of

families that have been on this list that didn't get immediate control.... and

had to fine-tune the diet, reduce or eliminate meds, etc..... before finally

getting the full benefit of the diet. Don't give up hope! Is your son still on

seizure meds? The darn drugs can sometimes really get in the way of successful

control on the Keto diet. If he is, be watchful for any signs of toxicity.....

since the diet changes the way meds are metabolized. One symptom of med toxicity

with some of the drugs is, believe it or not, increased seizures.

This is a big change for your child's body...... he may need some time to

adjust. How is he feeling otherwise? What is his ratio?

Patti, mom to Katera, age 7, former Keto Kid...... possible future re-Keto

Kid.

new to ketogroup /natural laxatives?

My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and I

haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two on-

duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had such

high hopes. So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or so,

my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from continual

use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used by

adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I am

confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

haven't been able to find any prunes.

's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

apple.

Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not responding

initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

Thanks in advance for your help.

-kieu, mom to .

[Guest guest]

I'm kinda repeating some of what just said....

Constipation is common in the beginning. Magnesium supplements have worked well

for many kids....... he should have been prescribed a calcium/magnesium

supplement, since this diet doesn't contain many good calcium sources on it's

own..... but many of us have chosen to increase the magnesium dosage a bit more

than the docs suggest.... because it truly does help things moooooove.

Magnesium citrate is the form I prefer to use, because it's supposedly more

absorbable.

Also....... did you know that apple can be naturally binding? (Meaning.... it

can increase constipation. ) I don't know how you'd be able to include enough

prunes to make a difference ...... they would certainly be pretty high in carbs

with all the natural sugars.

If I were you, I wouldn't worry too much about using a glycerin suppository a

couple of times a week at this point. It will be OK to do that. Obviously, you

want a better solution in the long run but the constipation probably won't be as

bad after some time goes by.... and you make a few of the other suggested

changes.

As far as seizure control.... Absolutely, YES..... there are plenty of

families that have been on this list that didn't get immediate control.... and

had to fine-tune the diet, reduce or eliminate meds, etc..... before finally

getting the full benefit of the diet. Don't give up hope! Is your son still on

seizure meds? The darn drugs can sometimes really get in the way of successful

control on the Keto diet. If he is, be watchful for any signs of toxicity.....

since the diet changes the way meds are metabolized. One symptom of med toxicity

with some of the drugs is, believe it or not, increased seizures.

This is a big change for your child's body...... he may need some time to

adjust. How is he feeling otherwise? What is his ratio?

Patti, mom to Katera, age 7, former Keto Kid...... possible future re-Keto

Kid.

new to ketogroup /natural laxatives?

My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and I

haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two on-

duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had such

high hopes. So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or so,

my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from continual

use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used by

adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I am

confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

haven't been able to find any prunes.

's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

apple.

Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not responding

initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

Thanks in advance for your help.

-kieu, mom to .

[Guest guest]

My daughter seemed to be very constipated once we started the diet

(August 2003). Her dietician at s Hopkins recommended MiraLax,

it's a prescriptin laxative - powder form. Mehra is 14 months old

and weighs approx. 21 pounds - we give her 1 teaspoon per day which

seems to regulate her bowel movements. It does take a couple of

days when you first start, but seems to work great for her. She is

no longer irritable.

> I'm kinda repeating some of what just said....

>

> Constipation is common in the beginning. Magnesium supplements

have worked well for many kids....... he should have been

prescribed a calcium/magnesium supplement, since this diet doesn't

contain many good calcium sources on it's own..... but many of us

have chosen to increase the magnesium dosage a bit more than the

docs suggest.... because it truly does help things moooooove.

Magnesium citrate is the form I prefer to use, because it's

supposedly more absorbable.

>

> Also....... did you know that apple can be naturally binding?

(Meaning.... it can increase constipation. ) I don't know how you'd

be able to include enough prunes to make a difference ...... they

would certainly be pretty high in carbs with all the natural sugars.

>

> If I were you, I wouldn't worry too much about using a glycerin

suppository a couple of times a week at this point. It will be OK to

do that. Obviously, you want a better solution in the long run but

the constipation probably won't be as bad after some time goes

by.... and you make a few of the other suggested changes.

>

> As far as seizure control.... Absolutely, YES..... there are

plenty of families that have been on this list that didn't get

immediate control.... and had to fine-tune the diet, reduce or

eliminate meds, etc..... before finally getting the full benefit of

the diet. Don't give up hope! Is your son still on seizure meds? The

darn drugs can sometimes really get in the way of successful control

on the Keto diet. If he is, be watchful for any signs of

toxicity..... since the diet changes the way meds are metabolized.

One symptom of med toxicity with some of the drugs is, believe it or

not, increased seizures.

>

> This is a big change for your child's body...... he may need some

time to adjust. How is he feeling otherwise? What is his ratio?

>

> Patti, mom to Katera, age 7, former Keto Kid...... possible

future re-Keto Kid.

> new to ketogroup /natural laxatives?

>

>

> My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday

and I

> haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two

on-

> duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

> they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had

such

> high hopes. So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

> On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or

so,

> my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

> works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from

continual

> use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

> pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used

by

> adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I

am

> confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

> standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

> haven't been able to find any prunes.

> 's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

> apple.

> Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

> Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not

responding

> initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

>

> Thanks in advance for your help.

> -kieu, mom to .

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

/Patti/Mehra's mom-

Thank you so much for your responses.

is on a 2.75 to 1 ratio. His ketone level fluctuates from

having no traces to moderate/large (using urine ketostix) throughout

the day. Is this large fluctuation normal?

I've noticed postings mention testing blood ketone? Is that more

accurate?

He does seem to be a little more lethargic than before the diet, but

we do expected that. His appetite is good-- gobbles up everything

(75% of RDA calories) and preferring fresh food to jar food.

He was recently weaned off of Keppra because it doesn't seem to help

him any. He is on Klonopin 1.75mg/day and lamictal 50mg/day.

I will give the calcium + magnesium a try for his constipation.

-kieu, mom to .

> I'm kinda repeating some of what just said....

>

> Constipation is common in the beginning. Magnesium supplements have

worked well for many kids....... he should have been prescribed a

calcium/magnesium supplement, since this diet doesn't contain many

good calcium sources on it's own..... but many of us have chosen to

increase the magnesium dosage a bit more than the docs suggest....

because it truly does help things moooooove. Magnesium citrate is

the form I prefer to use, because it's supposedly more absorbable.

>

> Also....... did you know that apple can be naturally binding?

(Meaning.... it can increase constipation. ) I don't know how you'd

be able to include enough prunes to make a difference ...... they

would certainly be pretty high in carbs with all the natural sugars.

>

> If I were you, I wouldn't worry too much about using a glycerin

suppository a couple of times a week at this point. It will be OK to

do that. Obviously, you want a better solution in the long run but

the constipation probably won't be as bad after some time goes by....

and you make a few of the other suggested changes.

>

> As far as seizure control.... Absolutely, YES..... there are

plenty of families that have been on this list that didn't get

immediate control.... and had to fine-tune the diet, reduce or

eliminate meds, etc..... before finally getting the full benefit of

the diet. Don't give up hope! Is your son still on seizure meds? The

darn drugs can sometimes really get in the way of successful control

on the Keto diet. If he is, be watchful for any signs of

toxicity..... since the diet changes the way meds are metabolized.

One symptom of med toxicity with some of the drugs is, believe it or

not, increased seizures.

>

> This is a big change for your child's body...... he may need some

time to adjust. How is he feeling otherwise? What is his ratio?

>

> Patti, mom to Katera, age 7, former Keto Kid...... possible

future re-Keto Kid.

> new to ketogroup /natural laxatives?

>

>

> My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and

I

> haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two

on-

> duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

> they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had

such

> high hopes. So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

> On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or

so,

> my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

> works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from

continual

> use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

> pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used

by

> adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I

am

> confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

> standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

> haven't been able to find any prunes.

> 's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

> apple.

> Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

> Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not

responding

> initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

>

> Thanks in advance for your help.

> -kieu, mom to .

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

/Patti/Mehra's mom-

Thank you so much for your responses.

is on a 2.75 to 1 ratio. His ketone level fluctuates from

having no traces to moderate/large (using urine ketostix) throughout

the day. Is this large fluctuation normal?

I've noticed postings mention testing blood ketone? Is that more

accurate?

He does seem to be a little more lethargic than before the diet, but

we do expected that. His appetite is good-- gobbles up everything

(75% of RDA calories) and preferring fresh food to jar food.

He was recently weaned off of Keppra because it doesn't seem to help

him any. He is on Klonopin 1.75mg/day and lamictal 50mg/day.

I will give the calcium + magnesium a try for his constipation.

-kieu, mom to .

> I'm kinda repeating some of what just said....

>

> Constipation is common in the beginning. Magnesium supplements have

worked well for many kids....... he should have been prescribed a

calcium/magnesium supplement, since this diet doesn't contain many

good calcium sources on it's own..... but many of us have chosen to

increase the magnesium dosage a bit more than the docs suggest....

because it truly does help things moooooove. Magnesium citrate is

the form I prefer to use, because it's supposedly more absorbable.

>

> Also....... did you know that apple can be naturally binding?

(Meaning.... it can increase constipation. ) I don't know how you'd

be able to include enough prunes to make a difference ...... they

would certainly be pretty high in carbs with all the natural sugars.

>

> If I were you, I wouldn't worry too much about using a glycerin

suppository a couple of times a week at this point. It will be OK to

do that. Obviously, you want a better solution in the long run but

the constipation probably won't be as bad after some time goes by....

and you make a few of the other suggested changes.

>

> As far as seizure control.... Absolutely, YES..... there are

plenty of families that have been on this list that didn't get

immediate control.... and had to fine-tune the diet, reduce or

eliminate meds, etc..... before finally getting the full benefit of

the diet. Don't give up hope! Is your son still on seizure meds? The

darn drugs can sometimes really get in the way of successful control

on the Keto diet. If he is, be watchful for any signs of

toxicity..... since the diet changes the way meds are metabolized.

One symptom of med toxicity with some of the drugs is, believe it or

not, increased seizures.

>

> This is a big change for your child's body...... he may need some

time to adjust. How is he feeling otherwise? What is his ratio?

>

> Patti, mom to Katera, age 7, former Keto Kid...... possible

future re-Keto Kid.

> new to ketogroup /natural laxatives?

>

>

> My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and

I

> haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two

on-

> duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

> they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had

such

> high hopes. So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

> On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or

so,

> my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

> works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from

continual

> use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

> pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used

by

> adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I

am

> confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

> standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

> haven't been able to find any prunes.

> 's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

> apple.

> Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

> Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not

responding

> initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

>

> Thanks in advance for your help.

> -kieu, mom to .

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

/Patti/Mehra's mom-

Thank you so much for your responses.

is on a 2.75 to 1 ratio. His ketone level fluctuates from

having no traces to moderate/large (using urine ketostix) throughout

the day. Is this large fluctuation normal?

I've noticed postings mention testing blood ketone? Is that more

accurate?

He does seem to be a little more lethargic than before the diet, but

we do expected that. His appetite is good-- gobbles up everything

(75% of RDA calories) and preferring fresh food to jar food.

He was recently weaned off of Keppra because it doesn't seem to help

him any. He is on Klonopin 1.75mg/day and lamictal 50mg/day.

I will give the calcium + magnesium a try for his constipation.

-kieu, mom to .

> I'm kinda repeating some of what just said....

>

> Constipation is common in the beginning. Magnesium supplements have

worked well for many kids....... he should have been prescribed a

calcium/magnesium supplement, since this diet doesn't contain many

good calcium sources on it's own..... but many of us have chosen to

increase the magnesium dosage a bit more than the docs suggest....

because it truly does help things moooooove. Magnesium citrate is

the form I prefer to use, because it's supposedly more absorbable.

>

> Also....... did you know that apple can be naturally binding?

(Meaning.... it can increase constipation. ) I don't know how you'd

be able to include enough prunes to make a difference ...... they

would certainly be pretty high in carbs with all the natural sugars.

>

> If I were you, I wouldn't worry too much about using a glycerin

suppository a couple of times a week at this point. It will be OK to

do that. Obviously, you want a better solution in the long run but

the constipation probably won't be as bad after some time goes by....

and you make a few of the other suggested changes.

>

> As far as seizure control.... Absolutely, YES..... there are

plenty of families that have been on this list that didn't get

immediate control.... and had to fine-tune the diet, reduce or

eliminate meds, etc..... before finally getting the full benefit of

the diet. Don't give up hope! Is your son still on seizure meds? The

darn drugs can sometimes really get in the way of successful control

on the Keto diet. If he is, be watchful for any signs of

toxicity..... since the diet changes the way meds are metabolized.

One symptom of med toxicity with some of the drugs is, believe it or

not, increased seizures.

>

> This is a big change for your child's body...... he may need some

time to adjust. How is he feeling otherwise? What is his ratio?

>

> Patti, mom to Katera, age 7, former Keto Kid...... possible

future re-Keto Kid.

> new to ketogroup /natural laxatives?

>

>

> My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and

I

> haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two

on-

> duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

> they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had

such

> high hopes. So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

> On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or

so,

> my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

> works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from

continual

> use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

> pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used

by

> adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I

am

> confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

> standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

> haven't been able to find any prunes.

> 's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

> apple.

> Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

> Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not

responding

> initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

>

> Thanks in advance for your help.

> -kieu, mom to .

>

>

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Kieu, my daughter Kristan was 9 months old too when she started

the diet. She is mostly formula fed. We use Milk of Magnesia (MM)

to help with her bowel movements and we also have added in MCT oil

which also helps. Prior to the MCT oil even with the MM sometimes

Kristan wouldn't go until 3-4 days later. Also, I believe the

standing we have started with her helps her to go regularly. Maybe

you could ask about the MCT oil. I don't like giving Kristan the MM

but if she goes regularly then it's worth it as her seizures are down

when she has regular bowel movements.

When Kristan started the diet we had also stopped the meds just prior

to starting the diet and her seizures were down to about 5-6 a day

and stayed pretty much there for a few weeks, so I think the diet

helped her but it also could have been from stopping the meds.

Kristan used to have 150-200 seizures a day and the drugs just made

her worse. We don't have total control yet, but I believe the diet

is helping her, it takes time and patience and a lot of fine tuning.

Like you, I was hoping for immediate control, but with some kids it

just takes time.

Kristan's ketones are usually all over the place, we've never had

large ketones, but lately I have noticed she does better when her

ketones are low. She's a mystery. Hang in there, it takes time.

Satnam, mom to Kristan, 16 months

Keto kid since August 2003

> My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and I

> haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two on-

> duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

> they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had such

> high hopes… So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

> On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or so,

> my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

> works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from

continual

> use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

> pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used by

> adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I am

> confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

> standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

> haven't been able to find any prunes.

> 's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

> apple.

> Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

> Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not responding

> initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

>

> Thanks in advance for your help.

> -kieu, mom to .

[Guest guest]

Hi Kieu, my daughter Kristan was 9 months old too when she started

the diet. She is mostly formula fed. We use Milk of Magnesia (MM)

to help with her bowel movements and we also have added in MCT oil

which also helps. Prior to the MCT oil even with the MM sometimes

Kristan wouldn't go until 3-4 days later. Also, I believe the

standing we have started with her helps her to go regularly. Maybe

you could ask about the MCT oil. I don't like giving Kristan the MM

but if she goes regularly then it's worth it as her seizures are down

when she has regular bowel movements.

When Kristan started the diet we had also stopped the meds just prior

to starting the diet and her seizures were down to about 5-6 a day

and stayed pretty much there for a few weeks, so I think the diet

helped her but it also could have been from stopping the meds.

Kristan used to have 150-200 seizures a day and the drugs just made

her worse. We don't have total control yet, but I believe the diet

is helping her, it takes time and patience and a lot of fine tuning.

Like you, I was hoping for immediate control, but with some kids it

just takes time.

Kristan's ketones are usually all over the place, we've never had

large ketones, but lately I have noticed she does better when her

ketones are low. She's a mystery. Hang in there, it takes time.

Satnam, mom to Kristan, 16 months

Keto kid since August 2003

> My son is 9 months old. He started the keto diet last Monday and I

> haven't noticed any changes in his seizure activities. The two on-

> duty doctors while was in the hospital mentioned most kids

> they've observed had an immediate response to the diet. I had such

> high hopes… So, I am really scared the diet won't work for him.

> On top of that, he has been very constipated. Every 3 days or so,

> my husband had to give him a glycerin suppository. Although it

> works, I am concerned about the harm that comes about from

continual

> use of supps. The doctor recommended using colace, but the

> pharmacist at the drug store I went said colace is normally used by

> adults not a 9 month old infant. He recommended mineral oil. I am

> confuse as to what I should use. I had read recent postings re

> standing and prunes helping. I've been 6 local supermarkets and

> haven't been able to find any prunes.

> 's diet normally includes puree pork/chicken + spinach +

> apple.

> Does anyone know of any mild or natural laxative?

> Also, are there any ketodiet success stories of kids not responding

> initially? s ketone has been between moderate to large.

>

> Thanks in advance for your help.

> -kieu, mom to .