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Ketogenic diet (KD) was adapted to satisfy every specific requirement, as well as to obtain an adequate seizure control.
| Sex | Energy intake (kcal/day) | Lipids (%) | Proteins (%) | Carbohydrates (%) | Number of meals/day | Required adjustments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F (1) | 800 | 82 | 11 | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| F (2) | 1,600 | 89 | 8 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| F (3) | 1,300 | 82 | 8 | 10 | 3 | 2 |
| M (1) | 1,250 | 87 | 5 | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| F (4) | 1,400 | 89 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| M (2) | 1,350 | 90 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 3 |
When seizure control was not satisfactory, the KD was adjusted. Only final KDs are reported in table.
