Epilepsy

Bigg Boss 13's Shefali Zariwala Talks About First Epilepsy Seizure At 15 In Viral Interview

Entertainment | Divya Goyal | Tuesday July 14, 2020

Shafali Zariwala said: "Yes, I was an epileptic. The medication that I had to take because of the condition caused a lot of weight gain."

What Is Keto 2.0? How Is It Better Than Keto Diet For Weight Loss? Expert Reveals All

Rupali Datta | Saturday March 7, 2020

Keto diet was originally planned to help control diabetes and for controlling epilepsy in children. A new version of Keto called Keto 2.0 has been launched, making a few changes to the original one.

India-UK Experts Begin Largest Study On Babies With Brain Injury In India

India News | Press Trust of India | Thursday November 21, 2019

Leading experts from the UK and Indian universities have launched the world's largest study on babies with brain injuries in India this week to help prevent epilepsy.

After Death Of His 8-Year-Old, Father's LinkedIn Post Goes Viral

World News | Taylor Telford, The Washington Post | Friday September 6, 2019

In a wrenching essay, a Portland, Oregon, tech executive shared how the death of his 8-year-old son forced him to rethink how he has oriented his life around work. He urged other parents to do the same.

Ketogenic Diet Could Cause Significant Seizure Reduction In Kids With Genetic Epilepsy: Study

Sakshita Khosla | Thursday August 29, 2019

A new study has now looked at more traditional uses of the diet, saying that the diet may help kids and infants with genetic epilepsy.

International Epilepsy Day 2018: All You Need To Know About What Causes This Neurological Disorder

Health | DoctorNDTV | Monday February 11, 2019

International Epilepsy Day is observed on February 11. It is meant to raise awareness about epilepsy, a condition which makes a person experience convulsions, and causes loss of consciousness and abnormal electrical activity in the brain.

Following A Ketogenic Diet May Help Reduce Epileptic Seizures, Says Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday January 10, 2019

Consuming a normal, carb-rich diet with specific ketogenic agents may considerably delay seizures caused by exposure to high levels of oxygen.

Brain "Pacemaker" Device May Help Treat Epilepsy, Parkinson's Disease

Science | Indo-Asian News Service | Wednesday January 2, 2019

Researchers have developed a device that works like a "pacemaker for the brain" to monitor the brain's electrical activity and potentially deliver fine-tuned treatments to patients with diseases like epilepsy and Parkinson's.

US Approves First Marijuana-Derived Drug To Fight Epilepsy

World News | Agence France-Presse | Tuesday June 26, 2018

US regulators on Monday approved the first marijuana-derived drug ever to hit the US market, Epidiolex, which will be used to treat two rare and severe forms of childhood epilepsy.

First Marijuana-Derived Drug Is On The Verge Of Getting Approval In US

World News | Laurie McGinley, The Washington Post | Sunday June 24, 2018

Approval of the medication, intended for childhood epilepsy, could lead to reclassification of cannabidiol, or CBD.

Want To Follow Ketogenic Diet For Weight Loss? You Must Know These 7 Facts First!

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Thursday June 14, 2018

Ketogenic diet is one of the most popular low-carbohydrate diets out there and there has been a number studies on the diet's health benefits. Some celebs claim that it is effective for weight loss as well. Here are some things to know about ketogenic diet for weight loss!

18-Year-Old Dies After Epilepsy Attack Inside Public Toilet In Mumbai

Mumbai News | Press Trust of India | Friday April 20, 2018

An 18-year-old man died after allegedly suffering an attack of epilepsy inside a public toilet at Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) here today, police said.

Children With Asthma and Diabetes Can Trigger Anxiety Disorder: Study

Food | NDTV Food Desk | Friday January 5, 2018

According to the study published in journal of BMJ Open, signs of metal disorder were prevalent in children who were found to be suffering from chronic physical condition likeasthma, food allergy, epilepsy, diabetes or juvenile arthritis.

Stress May Trigger Seizure For Epilepsy Patients: Study

Indo-Asian News Service | Friday April 7, 2017

New York: For people suffering with epilepsy, facing stressful events such as the war, trauma or natural disaster, or the death of a loved one, may act as a common trigger for seizures, a study has found. Epilepsy is a disorder in which nerve cell activity in the brain is disturbed, causing seizures. The findings showed that higher anxiety levels i...

What is Epilepsy: Its Causes and Treatment

Unik Dhandhi | Tuesday February 14, 2017

Epilepsy is a neurological condition, and it is commonly viewed as a reason for annulling marriages in India.