Precision Ketogenic Therapy (PKT) is a medically supervised nutrition therapy. It uses food as precision medicine to help manage epilepsy and seizure disorders. It can be particularly considered when seizures are not well controlled with medication. Offered through the University of Florida PKT Program, PKT may be used alone or alongside antiseizure drugs. Either method can to support seizure reduction, cognition, and overall quality of life depending on the patient’s needs.
Unlike nonmedical ketogenic diets, PKT is individually prescribed and carefully monitored. Each patient’s diet is tailored to medical needs, growth, and lifestyle. The diet functions like a medication dose by using a specific ketogenic ratio. Meals are prepared with precision, and progress is tracked through daily records.
This education resource explains how PKT works, what to expect when starting therapy, and how families are supported.
