Impact of the modified Atkins diet on cardiovascular health in adults with epilepsy

Conclusion Our results provide clinical evidence demonstrating the cardiovascular safety of a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet used in adults with epilepsy for at least 12months. It also highlights potential markers of cardiovascular risk – small dense LDL particles – that should be closely monitored in adults treated with diet therapy long-term.
Source: Epilepsy and Behavior - Category: Neurology Source Type: research