Football legend Nathan Buckley reveals girlfriend Brodie Ryan’s secret health battle: ‘She’s had a few seizures’

Football legend Nathan Buckley reveals girlfriend Brodie Ryan's secret health battle: 'She's had a few seizures'

As a dedicated follower of AFL and a passionate advocate for raising awareness about various health issues, I admire Nathan Buckley for his courage in sharing his girlfriend Brodie Ryan’s struggle with epilepsy. His commitment to bringing light to this neurological disorder is commendable, and I wholeheartedly support his participation in the charity event Walk for Epilepsy.


Nathan Buckley has revealed that his girlfriend Brodie Ryan is suffering from epilepsy. 

The AFL star is hoping to bring light to the neurological disorder and is taking part in the charity event Walk for Epilepsy. 

As I share my journey, I’ve experienced several seizures over the past four to five years. I’m still in the midst of figuring out the root cause for me personally. At present, this is where my health exploration stands.

“For about two and a half years during our relationship, she has experienced a few episodes that resemble seizures, and we are currently trying to understand the cause and find a resolution.”

You might understand that it’s quite unsettling when something that was functioning smoothly suddenly starts malfunctioning. She’s currently trying to figure out the root cause and circumstances leading to this issue.

Nathan expressed his intention that by openly talking about the subject, he aims to reduce the associated shame and aid Brodie, aged 35, in gaining a more comprehensive understanding of the illness.

Epilepsy is identified by sudden, unregulated bursts of electrical energy within the brain that disrupt the normal communication between nerve cells. This disruption can cause seizures, during which muscle coordination, senses like taste and smell may become temporarily dysfunctional for several minutes.

This leads to seizures, which for some may mean only that their food tastes odd — while others may have such violent reactions that they blackout. 

Football legend Nathan Buckley reveals girlfriend Brodie Ryan's secret health battle: 'She's had a few seizures'

The main treatment is anti-epileptic drugs to reduce seizure risk, by altering the electrical activity in the brain cells so they become less ‘excitable’ and less likely to misfire. 

More severe cases may need surgery to remove a small part of the brain that’s causing the attacks.

Other approaches include implanting a small electrical device inside the body and wiring it up to the brain to interrupt the chaotic signals between nerve cells, or following a ketogenic diet — low in carbohydrates and high in protein and fat — which is thought to reduce the ‘excitability’ of nerve cells and can halve the number of episodes.

The high-profile couple are often seen navigating the Melbourne scene.

Previously, it was disclosed that Brodie and Nathan found common ground due to their shared backgrounds, following the start of their relationship in 2022.

Football legend Nathan Buckley reveals girlfriend Brodie Ryan's secret health battle: 'She's had a few seizures'

Regardless of a difference of 17 years, the Melbourne entrepreneur expressed that they share many similarities and constantly motivate one another to strive for personal excellence on a daily basis.

As a fellow devotee, I’ve always found great fulfillment in assisting others to reach their full potential and prioritizing their mental health and overall wellness. This commitment resonated deeply with me from the start, as it did for Nath. These aspects have been a captivating draw for us both.

‘We had very similar upbringings and share a lot of the same values due to this,’ she continued.

‘It brings me great joy to assist others whenever possible, and finding a companion who consistently embodies this spirit in his daily interactions with family, friends, and the larger community truly motivates me.’

Brodie expressed that Nathan’s visible presence has granted him chances to assist others during tough times and pay it forward, and she finds his actions truly inspiring.

Smitten by her love, she gushed: ‘He is a beautiful person.’

It’s evident that the ex-Collingwood player frequently shows affection for Brodie on social media platforms, suggesting a strong infatuation towards her.

Football legend Nathan Buckley reveals girlfriend Brodie Ryan's secret health battle: 'She's had a few seizures'

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2024-09-03 13:37

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