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Low protein diet tips to help you get through the 1st trimester of pregnancy

December 19, 2019 November 30, 2021 / Low Protein Diet Support

Congratulations on your pregnancy! These are exciting times. Don’t forget, working closely with your clinic is important before, during and after pregnancy. Your clinic can provide the best guidance for you and your baby. Once your blood phenylalanine (PHE) levels are well-controlled and you become pregnant you enter the first of three trimesters associated with …

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Sports Nutrition Basics for Active Individuals with Disorders of Amino Acid Metabolism – Part 2

December 10, 2019 September 7, 2021 / Living with Metabolic Disorders, Low Protein Diet Support

We talked about general topics of sports nutrition in our last blog — let’s now discuss what is important BEFORE, DURING and AFTER exercise for people with an inborn error of amino acid metabolism such as Phenylketonuria (PKU), Maple Syrup Urine Disease (MSUD) or Homocystinuria (HCU). Before getting started, it is important to know that …

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Sports Nutrition Basics for Active Individuals with Disorders of Amino Acid Metabolism – Part 1

December 3, 2019 September 6, 2021 / Living with Metabolic Disorders, Low Protein Diet Support

Participating in sports and fitness provides many benefits for health and wellbeing—and this holds true for many people with inherited metabolic disorders. Plenty of members of the metabolic community run races, dance, and play team sports to stay fit. James, a college sophomore with Phenylketonuria (PKU), for example, plays club soccer. (Read our interview with …

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Tips for a Low Pro Thanksgiving

November 5, 2019 November 30, 2021 / Low Protein Diet Support

The holidays can be an exciting time of year. However, they can be a bit challenging for someone on a restricted diet as most festivities center around food. This blog focuses on tips for managing a restricted diet during the holiday season. The most important thing to do is plan ahead. The more you know …

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PKU & Pregnancy: What to expect

October 24, 2019 November 2, 2021 / Low Protein Diet Support

The journey to motherhood, when you have Phenylketonuria (PKU), should begin with your metabolic clinic. It is essential to work with your clinic before, during and even after pregnancy. Only your clinic can provide the best guidance to ensure the best outcome for you and your baby. They will work with you to ensure well-controlled …

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Boo! A Simple Low Protein Halloween Treat

October 22, 2019 August 26, 2021 / Low Protein Diet Support

A not-so-spooky recipe for gatherings and parties this season Happy October! Halloween will be here in a flash, and our team at Nutricia wants to share with you and your family a simple low protein Halloween snack: marshmallow crispy treats made with our Loprofin Loops! Nutricia Loprofin Loops are perfect for a satisfying low protein …

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Proud Moments for the Mullen Family

October 14, 2019 August 26, 2021 / Inspiring Stories, Parent Corner

Brady and Quinn drink PhenylAde® GMP Drink Mix and start owning their PKU diets Do you remember the moment you got the call about your child having an inborn error of metabolism? In this video, Allyson Mullen shares her heartfelt story about that moment. Her sons Brady and Quinn received classical Phenylketonuria (PKU) diagnoses, which …

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Tips from college student on how to maintain a low protein diet while at school

September 12, 2019 September 6, 2021 / Living with Metabolic Disorders, Low Protein Diet Support

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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Helpful ways to prepare for back-to-school for a 7th grader with PKU

August 29, 2019 December 30, 2021 / Living with Metabolic Disorders, Parent Corner

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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What is GMP?

March 27, 2019 November 22, 2021 / Understanding Metabolic Disorders

You’ve likely seen ‘GMP’ on a Phenylketonuria (PKU) or Tyrosinemia (TYR) formula label or heard about it through your dietitian. But what exactly is it and why is it getting so popular? GMP can be used as a protein source for PKU and Tyrosinemia formulas. GMP, short for glycomacropeptide, is a peptide – a type of …

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Nutricia’s Family of GMP-Based Formulas

March 19, 2019 August 26, 2021 / Formula

Glycomacropeptide, or GMP for short, is derived from a whole protein in milk during the cheese making process. It is naturally low in phenylalanine (PHE) and tyrosine (TYR), and with the addition of certain amino acids, it makes a suitable source of protein for those with phenylketonuria (PKU) or tyrosinemia (TYR). In this blog post, …

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The Loprofin Pasta Story

February 25, 2019 August 26, 2021 / Low Protein Diet Support

Ever wonder where and how low protein pasta is made? Discover the story of Nutricia’s Loprofin pasta and what makes it tasty and convenient for those on a low protein diet. Meet the Mennucci Family The Mennucci family began making Loprofin pasta almost 50 years ago in Tuscany, Italy. The operation is now in …

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A versatile low protein baking mix for breads, cookies, and more!

December 13, 2018 November 11, 2021 / Low Protein Diet Support

Loprofin Baking Mix from Nutricia North America is an all‐purpose, low protein baking mix. We created it so you can have an easier time making low protein baked goods and other recipes. Our Loprofin Baking Mix is suitable for those with PKU, MSUD, and other inborn errors of metabolism. We hope you get inspired to …

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Education Tools to Help you Understand PKU and other Metabolic Disorders

January 16, 2018 August 26, 2021 / Parent Corner, Understanding Metabolic Disorders

Do you have questions about inborn errors of metabolism like PKU, MSUD, or MMA/PA? We’re here to support you with easy-to-understand education tools. As part of our Nutricia Connect support platform, we offer easy-to-understand education materials that provide information on complex disorders like PKU, MSUD, and others. We’re here to support you as you educate …

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A Love for Pasta

April 10, 2016 December 30, 2021 / Low Protein Diet Support, Parent Corner

After an afternoon of shopping for all new teal colored outfits for my daughter, I came home to a very upset little girl. Somehow, I missed when her favorite color changed from teal to blue. I also seemed to have missed when she stopped liking apples for a snack. I ended up eating a lot …

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Why can’t I just follow a low protein diet?

June 30, 2014 August 21, 2021 / Living with Metabolic Disorders, Low Protein Diet Support

One of the first things you learn about PKU is that it requires a diet consisting of a special PKU formula and foods low in protein. It’s natural to wonder why the formula is needed. Why can’t you just follow a diet low in protein and skip the formula? Let’s start with why protein is …

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Introducing solid foods to your baby

May 19, 2014 August 26, 2021 / Low Protein Diet Support, Parent Corner

Always consult your metabolic healthcare professional before introducing new foods or making any changes to your child’s diet. Introducing solids is an exciting time in your baby’s development, but it may come with some anxiety for you. That’s completely normal! The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) currently recommends gradually introducing solid foods when a baby is …

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Exploring low protein exotic fruits and vegetables

March 6, 2014 August 21, 2021 / Low Protein Diet Support

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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