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The Epilepsy Coach

I am a passionate nutritional therapist in Kent specialising in epilepsy management and care.

03/11/2026

🥩 Protein isn’t just about meat!

When I ask clients where they get their protein, meat is usually the only thing they mention.

And yes, meat provides all nine essential amino acids. But eating too much, particularly red and processed meat, can have downsides, including high saturated fat intake, high sodium, and a lack of fibre. The quality and production methods of meat matter, too.

So, what if you’re following a ketogenic diet, especially for epilepsy, and need to limit higher-carb but plant protein-rich foods like pulses and legumes?

👉 Enter nuts and seeds!

These little powerhouses provide plant protein alongside:

🧠 Nutrients that support brain health
💚 Healthy fats, vitamins and minerals
🦠 Fibre to nourish your gut

🥜 My top tip: Soak, then dehydrate!

Nuts and seeds contain phytic acid, which can reduce the absorption of certain minerals. Soaking can help reduce phytic acid, and I use a dehydrator to bring back that delicious crunch.

I’ve done this for years and the texture is amazing!

Do nuts and seeds feature in your daily diet? 👇

26/10/2026

🧠 Quiz time! Let’s learn more about 💜

When I was first diagnosed, I knew very little about epilepsy. The more I learned about different types, symptoms, and challenges, the better I understood my body, accepted my diagnosis, and learned to show more compassion towards myself and others living with epilepsy.

Ready to test your knowledge? 👇

Here are 3 quick questions to help raise awareness about epilepsy.

There’s always more to learn, so let this be the start of your learning journey! 💜

21/10/2026

🌿 Can essential oils trigger seizures?

Following my last post on essential oils researched for their potential anticonvulsant effects, you might be wondering: Are there oils that could have the opposite effect and trigger a seizure?

Yes! Here are my TOP 3 essential oils to be cautious of and avoid using when it comes to epilepsy.

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1.Camphor (Cinnamomum camphora)
2.Eucalyptus (All species)
3.Sage (Salvia officinalis)

First, don’t panic if you’ve smelled one of these oils! Risk depends on the oil, the dose, how it’s used, your epilepsy type and your individual sensitivity. Just be cautious not to use these oils regularly. Ingesting these oils puts you at a much higher risk so never consume essential oils unless you are 150% sure it is food grade and safe for you to consume.

🔬 Want to dive deeper into the science? Head to my website for my full article on essential oils, including those researched for safety, potential risks, and what to consider before incorporating them into your epilepsy management routine.

BLOG: https://www.theepilepsycoach.com/blogs-articles/essential-oils-epilepsy-the-science-benefits-and-risks

💬 If you have questions or personal experiences with essential oils and epilepsy, please share them in the comments!

The goal isn’t to fear essential oils, but to understand the evidence and use them safely and appropriately. 🌱

15/10/2026

🌿 Essential oils & . Can plants really help?

Essential oils have been used for thousands of years, from Ancient Egypt to China and India. Fast-forward to today, and researchers are asking a very different question:

🧠 Could some essential oils have antiseizure properties?

A few recent animal studies have explored this, so I’m taking a look at 3 essential oils that have shown interesting results.

But before we get too excited… 🐘🌿
Animal studies and human evidence are not equal.

So, what does the research actually tell us? And could there be more to these little bottles than just making your house smell nice? 👀

Swipe through to find out!

13/10/2026

Facebook only allows 90 second videos. If you want the full meditation, visit my website: https://www.theepilepsycoach.com/videos/v/tapping-for-better-sleep-with-epilepsy

😴 Sleep matters when you live with .

For many people with epilepsy, getting quality sleep can be challenging — whether due to nocturnal seizures, anxiety around having a seizure, headaches, aches and pains, or simply struggling to switch off.

Yet sleep is one of the key foundations I work on with my clients. Research suggests that poor or disrupted sleep can increase seizure risk, making restorative sleep an important part of supporting brain health and wellbeing.

✨ (tapping) can be a simple tool to help calm the nervous system, release tension, and create a more relaxed state before bed.

In this video, I’m sharing a gentle tapping meditation you can try as part of your bedtime routine.

Because sometimes, giving your brain permission to slow down is the first step towards the rest it needs. 🌙💤

EFT is a complementary wellbeing practice and is not a replacement for medical treatment or epilepsy care.

10/10/2026

🧠 Today is World Mental Health Day.

A day to raise awareness, challenge stigma, and remind ourselves that deserves attention. Not just today, but all year round.

For many people living with , mental health is a huge part of the picture. In my work, I see how anxiety, stress, low mood and the emotional impact of epilepsy can be just as challenging as the seizures themselves.

And yet, talking about it isn’t always easy. So today, try checking in with yourself. 💚

How would you rate your mental health out of 10?

If it’s high.....acknowledge that. What have you been doing that’s helping? Give yourself some credit and a pat on the back. 👏

If it’s low....be kind to yourself. Instead of trying to change everything at once, ask: what’s within my control right now that can make a difference?

For me, sleep, nutrition, and working closely with my neurologist around my medication have made a huge difference.

Mental health shouldn’t be an annual check-in. 📅
Make it a weekly one.

You deserve to look after your mind as much as you look after your body. 💜

08/10/2026

Looking back… but not getting stuck there. ✨

I recently saw this quote on the wall of an Airbnb, and it really made me think...mhhh...I’m often guilty of dwelling on the past. What if I’d looked after myself better? What if I’d managed my stress differently? What if I’d recognised the signs of sooner?

But here’s the thing: our brains are wired to revisit painful experiences. We naturally analyse what went wrong, searching for answers and trying to protect ourselves from repeating the same mistakes.

The problem is, the past can’t be changed. And the more we replay the same thoughts, the easier it becomes for our minds to fall into that same loop. 🧠

So maybe looking back isn’t the problem. Getting stuck there is the issue.

🟣 Look back to recognise how far you’ve come.
🟣 Look back to appreciate what you’ve survived.
🟣 Look back to see what you’ve learned.
Then turn around and keep moving forward (another quote from my favourite Disney Pixar). ❤️

Your past may have shaped you, but your present choices are shaping what comes next.

Less “what if?” 🤔
More “what now?” 🌱

And maybe that’s where healing and living fulfilling lives, even with epilepsy, begins.

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