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Narcolepsy diet. Is there a diet which improves the quality of life of people with Narcolepsy?
Are you aware of a diet that can improve the quality of life of people with Narcolepsy? Is there a diet that is suggested to avoid when having Narcolepsy? See if there is a diet that can improve the quality of life of people with Narcolepsy, recommended and to avoid food when having Narcolepsy
There's no diet to help narcolepsy. However if you try and minimize foods that make you tired and sluggish (like gluten and processed foods) then you don't have normal tiredness ON TOP of your narcolepsy as well.
Posted Mar 2, 2017 by Rachael 1050
Gluten free.
Posted Mar 2, 2017 by Sarah 1000
Caffeine is a double edged sword. It may alleviate the sleepiness but will also increase it when it wears off. From what I have seen it does not work as well in narcoleptics.
Posted Apr 27, 2017 by Jennah 1100
I personally don't think that a diet would improve narcolepsy specifically but i do think that it helps to eat healthy food. I tried with GI and I felt much more alert and had more energy. I think that you should avoid food with alot of fat and fast carbohydrates to get more alert and happy.
Posted May 7, 2017 by Malin 1050
This is a bit controversial. Some say high protein, low carb. Some say lots of fruit for natural energy. Definitely no white starch, grains, and absolutely no gluten.
Posted May 10, 2017 by Susan 1000
Thete is no diet to avoid Narcolepsy nut eating healthy and light exercise helps you with feeling better with your narcolepsy
Posted Jun 12, 2017 by Faith 2000
Personally I'm a vegan. We usually crave carbs and sugar, but the crash is awful.
Posted Jun 13, 2017 by Karen 2000
I have never heard of duet helping with it but I know that others follow a diet to help with the symptoms
Posted Aug 17, 2017 by Laurie 2271
Diet can affect the symptoms of some people with Narcolepsy but not all. Carbohydrates can provide a rush and crash pattern similar to sugar. "Carbohydrate addiction" has been a complaint for some. Similarly, Narcolepsy can cause obesity. The timing of meals can strongly affect medications like Xyrem and Nuvigil.
Posted Oct 6, 2017 by Aaron 2811
In support groups some people say that ketogenic or low carb diets help them manage symptoms. I would agree that lower carb works best for me, but I don't know if that's related to my narcolepsy or just me. It helps with my energy levels & weight management. I did not find significant scientific data to support the claims that low carb has benefits for people with narcolepsy.
Posted Oct 24, 2017 by Ali 700
There is some research that shows that a higher protein, lower carbohydrate diet can help people with narcolepsy.
Posted Oct 26, 2017 by Cyn 610
I've not had any experience in altering my diet. There are some who swear by a high-protein diet (Keto). Others suggest gluten-free diets. I believe each person is different and we know our own bodies.
Posted May 21, 2018 by chazer25 3050
I have read articles saying that celiac disease can be related to narcolepsy. In that case a gluten free diet would help you. I plan on being tested for the disease before going gluten free, but I don’t think I would ever give up my medication even if I need to change my diet. My medication regime has helped me feel normal and productive after years of sleepiness.
Posted Jul 7, 2018 by Casey Veater 1100
The more carbs I eat, the sleepier I become. Same with heavy or greasy meals, I become very fatigued.
Posted Apr 17, 2019 by Tabbij13 830
Lowering your caffeine consumption may help you with sleeping better at night if you stop by noon.
Posted Aug 4, 2019 by Ottery 1300
No vitamins help I have found
Posted Oct 13, 2021 by [email protected] 1700
Many PWN find that a Keto-like diet and intermittent fasting are helpful to combat excessive daytime sleepiness. Food, especially carbs and sugars, can be major triggers in PWN.
Posted Oct 13, 2021 by MandyW 600
Sofar only keto diet has some scientific proof of being helpful with narcolepsy. High Suger intake should be avoided too.
Posted Jul 13, 2023 by Feri Ascencion 1833
Not that I know of.
Posted Jul 15, 2023 by Emily 1115
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avoid eating sweets
Posted Apr 27, 2017 by marisa rosello 1050
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The best diet is common sense, and each case is a world apart. Anyone who helps to regulate sleep, and decrease stress.
Posted Nov 2, 2017 by Juan 1500
