The ketogenic diet, a high fat, adequate protein, low carbohydrate diet, has, during the past
decade, had a resurgence of interest for the treatment of difficult-to-control seizures in
children. This review traces its history, reviews its uses and side effects, and discusses
possible alternatives and the diet's possible mechanisms of action. Finally, this review looks
toward possible future uses of the ketogenic diet for conditions other than epilepsy.