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Low-carbohydrate diet optic neuropathy

C S Hoyt, F A Billson

    The Medical Journal of Australia
    |January 15, 1977
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Prolonged carbohydrate-restrictive diets may cause thiamine deficiency, leading to optic neuropathy and vision loss. Supplementing thiamine is recommended for individuals on such diets to prevent these neuro-ophthalmic issues.

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    Area of Science:

    • Neuro-ophthalmology
    • Nutritional Neuroscience

    Background:

    • Carbohydrate-restrictive diets are increasingly popular for weight management and metabolic control.
    • Nutritional deficiencies can arise from restrictive diets, potentially impacting neurological function.

    Observation:

    • Two patients on prolonged carbohydrate-restrictive diets presented with unexplained visual loss.
    • Clinical evaluation suggested a specific deficiency in thiamine (vitamin B1) as the cause.

    Findings:

    • The observed visual loss was attributed to a bilateral optic neuropathy.
    • This optic neuropathy was directly linked to thiamine deficiency secondary to the diet.

    Implications:

    • Thiamine supplementation should be considered for individuals undertaking long-term carbohydrate-restrictive diets.

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  • Awareness of potential neuro-ophthalmic complications associated with restrictive diets is crucial for healthcare providers.