After losing her son Judah Bennett to an epileptic seizure, Lisa Lopez-Griggs is transforming grief into action by advocating for a simple blood test that could reduce seizure risk. Her mission to raise awareness about Omega fatty acid testing gains powerful support from a new white paper by Dr. Artemis P. Simopoulos, a global authority on fatty acids, submitted to the White House and Department of Defense.
In her op-ed, "Epilepsy Took My Son. This Test Might Save Yours," Lopez-Griggs highlights the Fatty Acid Profile Test, which measures Omega-6 and Omega-3 balance—a potential key to managing epilepsy. "This test isn't a cure, but it could save lives," she writes.
Judah, a gifted drummer, lived with epilepsy for four years, bravely overcoming a lung abscess before his tragic passing. His story, intertwined with Hailee's—a young woman who became seizure-free through Omega-3-focused nutrition—inspired Lopez-Griggs' advocacy. This mission aligns with Dr. Simopoulos' urgent call in her March 2025 white paper, "Addressing the Omega-6 and Omega-3 Imbalance in the U.S. Food Supply," co-authored with Chip Paul. The paper, delivered to federal leaders, warns that America's Omega-6-heavy diet fuels inflammation and neurological disorders, including epilepsy, and proposes a federal committee to address this crisis.
"Imbalanced fatty acids contribute to neurodegenerative conditions," said Dr. Simopoulos. "Testing and dietary reform could transform public health."
Nutrition expert Robert Ferguson, M.S., C.N., adds, "This simple test can reveal insights into brain health, empowering families to act."
Building a Community of Hope
Through Judah's Legacy and Faces of Epilepsy, Lopez-Griggs fosters connection for epilepsy-affected families. Led by Alyssa Servidio, a young woman with epilepsy, Faces of Epilepsy engages communities via FacesOfEpilepsy.com and facebook.com/groups/1151107096519040. "Epilepsy touches entire families," says Lopez-Griggs. "Our community offers support and healing through shared stories."
Available for Interviews During Epilepsy Awareness Month (November)
Lisa Lopez-Griggs, Alyssa Servidio, Hailee Burger, and Robert Ferguson are available for media interviews, podcasts, panels, and events throughout November. They can discuss:
- Omega fatty acid testing and its potential to reduce seizure risk
- Dr. Simopoulos' white paper and its implications for epilepsy
- Judah Bennett's story and epilepsy's emotional impact
- Hailee's seizure-free journey through nutrition
- Omega-6/Omega-3 balance and brain health
- Community-building through Faces of Epilepsy
- Grief turned into advocacy and hope
A high-resolution photo of the Faces of Epilepsy community is available for media use; contact lisagriggs310@gmail.com to request.
About Judah's Legacy
Judah's Legacy honors Judah Bennett by raising awareness, sharing life-saving information, and building community.
To support Judah's Legacy, visit JudahsLegacy.com for ways to get involved.
