Patrick was diagnosed with Glut-1 Deficiency in 2016, a rare genetic condition that affects brain metabolism. It is caused by a mutation in the SLC2A1 gene which regulates the glucose transporter protein type 1 (Glut-1). Impaired glucose transport associated with Glut-1 Deficiency creates an energy crisis in the brain and often results in seizures, movement disorders and development delays. The standard of care treatment is a Ketogenic Diet. This low carbohydrate, high fat diet causes the body to produce ketones, which are used as an energy source by the brain and other tissues when glucose is limited.

Matthews Friends is a registered charity that specialises in Ketogenic dietary therapies for medical conditions including Glut-1 Deficiency.

Within two weeks of Patrick starting on this diet, his seizures (absences) had stopped completely!

I am therefore again looking to raise money and awareness for Matthews Friends and the Glut-1 condition.

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