What is Glut1 Deficiency?

Glut1 Deficiency is a rare, genetic disorder that impairs brain metabolism. Glucose isn’t properly transported into the brain, leaving it starving for the metabolic fuel it needs to grow, develop, and function normally and causing a wide range of neurological symptoms.

What is Glut1 Deficiency? 
Glut1 Deficiency is a rare genetic condition that affects brain metabolism. It is caused by a mutation in the SLC2A1 gene.
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About the Ketogenic Diet
There is currently no cure for Glut1 Deficiency. Treatment is aimed at controlling symptoms.
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Fundraising 
Funding medical research is central to our mission at Glut1D UK. We believe there is an urgent need to increase understanding of the condition.
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Cleo’s Story
Cleo was my long awaited for second child, born 15th November 1995, a normal easy birth delivered on her due date. As a loving family we were so happy to bring Cleo home… MORE

Newly diagnosed 
A diagnosis helps answer many questions, but it also creates many more. As overwhelmed and anxious as families feel with the news of a rare, genetic, and serious medical condition… MORE