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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You’ve come to right place to learn more about inborn errors of metabolism like PKU or MSUD, explore diet management tips, and hear inspiring stories. From big moments, like starting college to little ones like what to eat for dinner, we have tips and ideas to help you along the way.
Please note: information presented in our blogs is for educational purposes only and is in no way intended to replace the care, advice, and medical supervision of your metabolic team. Always consult your metabolic healthcare team with questions you have and before you make any changes to your or your loved one’s diet or condition management.
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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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Tips from college student on how to maintain a low protein diet while at school
Reflections from a rising sophomore managing PKU and a busy schedule This time last year as James Fryer was beginning his first year of college at Willamette University, he knew he was heading into a big life transition. Some of the adjustments proved more stressful than he anticipated. “Always remembering, on my own, to have
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Managing a Low Protein Diet at School
Starting at a new school is a time of excitement and nervousness for every child and his/her parents. As a parent of a child with a metabolic disorder, you might feel overwhelmed by the task of preparing your child to start school. However, with good planning and clear communication between your family, the school, and
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Caring for Rare Podcast: Season 1, Episode 5
Parents of children and children with PKU, MSUD and HCU share how they talk about their metabolic disorder Nutricia North America’s podcast – Caring for Rare – explores what life is like with a rare metabolic disorder such as phenylketonuria (PKU), maple syrup urine disease (MSUD), and homocystinuria (HCU). Episodes feature families’ personal stories of
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Exploring low protein exotic fruits and vegetables
Exploring new fruits and vegetables can add excitement and variety to a low protein diet. Most fruits and vegetables are naturally low in protein and fit well into a low protein diet. Many of the fruits and vegetables we once considered exotic are now available at most grocery stores. Trying new foods opens the door
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Caring for Rare Podcast: Season 1, Episode 4
Parents of children with PKU, MSUD and HCU share their experiences with adapting to a special low protein diet Nutricia North America’s podcast – Caring for Rare – explores what life is like with a rare metabolic disorder such as phenylketonuria (PKU), maple syrup urine disease (MSUD), and homocystinuria (HCU). Episodes feature families’ personal stories
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Caring For Rare Podcast: Season 1, Episode 3
Accepting And Thriving With HCU – An Interview With The Sullivan Family Nutricia North America’s new podcast – Caring for Rare – explores what life is like with a rare metabolic disorder such as phenylketonuria (PKU), maple syrup urine disease (MSUD), and homocystinuria (HCU). Episodes feature families’ personal stories of inborn errors of metabolism. Our
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How to Have an Awesome Low Protein Holiday Meal
Written by Guest Blogger, Julia Orsi, Adult and Mom with PKU.
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Caring for Rare Podcast: Season 1, Episode 2
Growing up with MSUD – an interview with 8-year-old Carter Coleman & his parents Nutricia North America’s new podcast – Caring for Rare – explores what life is like with a rare metabolic disorder such as phenylketonuria (PKU), maple syrup urine disease (MSUD), and homocystinuria (HCU). Episodes feature families’ personal stories of inborn errors of
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