ULTRA Wicked Brew Shake
Made with PKU PhenylAde® GMP ULTRA Plain or Vanilla. Enjoy this wicked good PKU drink.
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Tips for a Smooth Metabolic Formula Transition
For individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU), maple syrup urine disease (MSUD), glutaric aciduria (GA-1) and other metabolic disorders, formula is a crucial part of management. For example, PKU formula provides essential nutrients while limiting phenylalanine (PHE) intake, the amino acid that people with this condition cannot break down. For those with metabolic conditions managed through diet,
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Exciting Updates to Nutricia Metabolic Products – Coming Soon!
At Nutricia, our top priority is to provide the best-in-class products to support the metabolic community. We are thrilled to announce some exciting changes to our PhenylAde®, GlutarAde®, and Complex MSD® products that will help us serve you better and ensure a reliable supply. What’s Changing? Starting in November 2024, you’ll notice some updates to
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Introducing PhenylAde® GMP ULTRA Plain: A New PKU Formula
Managing phenylketonuria (PKU) requires a strict low-protein diet and specialized medical formulas to ensure individuals get the necessary nutrition while avoiding or drastically reducing phenylalanine (PHE) intake. Finding a PKU formula you enjoy can have a positive impact on the quality of life by helping to make the diet easier to manage. Nutricia is proud to announce the
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Grilled Vegetable Skewers
These vibrant vegetable skewers are perfect for an upcoming barbecue or weeknight dinner.
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Ever Wish You Could Create Your Own PKU Formula?
Have you ever wondered, “why can’t my favorite sports drink be my PKU formula,” or “is there a low-protein dessert that has PKU-friendly protein and can replace a serving of PKU formula?” We might have the answer you’ve been searching for! Adults, teens, moms of tweens or kids living with PKU, we’ve got a great
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Cucumber, Basil & Jicama Salad
The fresh blend of cucumber and jicama combine with basil leaves makes a delicious salad.
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Low Pro Living Tips for Getting Active
Spring is a great time to get outside and plan some fun summer adventures. Following a low-protein diet and drinking PKU formula (or other metabolic formulas) should not stand in your way of making fun summer plans or enjoying the warm spring air. Whether you’re new to an active lifestyle or an experienced adventurer,
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Strawberry Rhubarb Cream
Looking for a refreshing low protein diet treat? Check out this dessert.
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Marshmallow Nests
Looking for something to do? Grab the whole family and create these delicious low protein marshmallow treats.
Carrot & Ginger Soup
Have you tried mixing carrots and ginger? Try it out and enjoy this low protein soup.
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A Message to All Women With PKU Considering a Future Pregnancy
Hi, my name is Julia and I have PKU. I want to take a moment and urge young women who are contemplating pregnancy to talk with their healthcare provider. Getting levels under control prior to pregnancy is of the utmost importance to the health of your future child. Having a good pregnancy starts with finding
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The Importance of Following A PKU Diet In Adulthood
Phenylketonuria (PKU) is a rare inherited metabolic disorder that affects the body’s ability to metabolize a specific amino acid called phenylalanine (PHE). People with PKU have a deficiency in the enzyme needed to break down phenylalanine, which leads to a buildup of this amino acid in the body. A buildup of PHE can be harmful,
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Embracing the PKU Diet: Taking Back Control
Daily life with phenylketonuria (PKU), especially when not in metabolic control, can be a challenge, making the idea of returning to the PKU diet seem difficult or even impossible at times. However, with support, the right resources and your commitment, it will be easier to regain control of your health and get back on the
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Shake Up The Holidays With These Festive Recipes
The holiday season is here, and with it comes a selection of festive low protein recipes. Whether you are simply looking for a tasty treat or to add some holiday flavor to your PKU formula, these delicious recipes are sure to add some fun to your holiday season. So, grab your blender and get ready
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Navigating Halloween Fun: A Guide for Children on a Low Protein Diet
Halloween is a fun time for kids who get to dress up in costumes, see spooky decorations, and get lots of yummy treats. However, if you eat a low-protein diet because of a special health condition, Halloween can be a bit tricky. In this blog post, we’ll share some helpful tips and fun ideas to
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Iced Matcha Latte
Made with PKU PhenylAde® GMP ULTRA Vanilla. Recipe from our friend Julia @organicpku on Instagram!
Cinnamon Coconut Cream Iced Latte
Made with PKU PhenylAde® GMP ULTRA Vanilla.
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Metabolic Tips for Parents Video Series – Part 3
If you are just tuning in to our Low Protein Living blog, this is the final part of the Metabolic Tips for Parents, a series of ten short videos to help ease your metabolic disorder journey. The highlighted videos below focus on a few feeding topics you may encounter as your infant grows into a
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Metabolic Tips for Parents Video Series – Part 2
Starting Your Baby on Solids Introducing solid foods to your baby presents a unique opportunity for your little one to explore new foods and tastes. From the yummy faces to the yucky faces, it’s a fun time for you to engage with your infant. These 3 short videos from our Metabolic Tips for Parents video
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Metabolic Tips for Parents Video Series – Part 1
Preparing Your Baby’s Bottle Congratulations on your new addition! Your new little bundle of joy brings an exciting new future, and probably many, many questions. We are here to help. We’ve created a Metabolic Tips for Parents series of ten short videos to help ease your journey. In each episode, our medical affairs advisor, Rachel
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Metabolic Product Updates & Design Changes
Happy Summer! We have worked hard to overcome our ingredient supply challenges and are excited to share with you the product updates that are coming over the next few months. The changes will allow us to continue to support you now and for years to come. Below is an overview of the changes by product
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Introducing: Metabolic Tips for Parents Video Series
Support for your child from the Early Years and beyond Caring for a little one with a metabolic disorder can be overwhelming. From mixing formula to starting solids, there’s always something new on the horizon. Having access to the right resources will make it easier for you to spend more time exploring and making memories
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May is PKU Awareness Month
We are proud to help raise awareness for PKU (phenylketonuria) during the month of May by sponsoring a Push-Ups for PKU Challenge! Help Us Raise Awareness for PKU From May 1 to 31, Nutricia will donate $10 for each video you post on Facebook or Instagram of you doing (or trying to do!) at least
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Important News from Nutricia North America
Important information from Nutricia North America regarding our US Metabolic product portfolio including low protein foods.
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Did You Know Drinking PKU Formula Isn’t Your Only Option?
Help get the daily PKU formula you need in a tablet form. Find top 10 reasons to try Phlexy-10 Tablets for PKU.
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Helpful ways to prepare for back-to-school for a 7th grader with PKU
Tips and wisdom from a parent of a PKU 7th grader “I feel like I’m pulled in four different directions all summer!” says Heather Bomar of Brentwood, Tennessee, in describing her busy but fun summer season. Her four children, including 12-year-old Ellis who has classical Phenylketonuria (PKU), do a variety of activities over the summer.
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