Many people have a pet, but may not realize the health benefits they receive when they own a dog, cat, or other animal. Dr. Fabian Sandoval is the President and C.E.O. of Emerson Clinical Research Institute in Northwest, D.C. He said the human body can undergo some positive changes if they own a pet. “A […]

Epilepsy may make daily life extremely challenging on both a mental and physical level. Despite advancements in medical technology, those who live with the illness continue to endure a particular set of difficulties that most people cannot comprehend. Fortunately, there are holistic approach to help you effectively manage your condition and live an independent life. […]

Medically reviewed by Smita Patel, MD Smoking is a known risk factor for many health conditions, including cancer, heart disease, and stroke. In addition to these risk factors, people with epilepsy have another reason to avoid or quit smoking—it is linked to increased frequency of seizures. This article will discuss how smoking can affect people with epilepsy. Prevalence of […]

Specialized diets, such as the ketogenic diet, have been shown to help improve seizure control in people with epilepsy. While not every person with epilepsy needs to go on a restrictive diet, proper nutrition is still important both for overall health and for epilepsy management. This article will discuss how food affects epilepsy, if there are foods people with epilepsy […]