Living things, from amoebas to rocket scientists, operate electrically. Each of our cells generates its own tiny amount of (wireless) electricity, but the most active part of our bodies--both electrically and chemically--is the brain. Occasionally, however, the electrical system in the brain goes awry, and an electrical storm erupts in one tiny portion of the brain. The result is an epileptic seizure. Seeing someone suffer an epileptic seizure is probably scarier than experiencing one yourself--in fact, the person loses consciousness too quickly to be aware of what's happening. Through the ages, lots of stereotypes (good and bad) have been attached to anyone who had seizures. And it's well worth repeating that people with epilepsy are just as smart, creative, and productive as everyone else.

The diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy lie strictly in the realm of conventional medicine. Here at WholeHealth Chicago, however, we’ve found that certain supplements and lifestyle changes--used in conjunction with your regular treatment--can be very helpful: They can reduce your chances of seizures and help your medication work more effectively.

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