{"id":3072,"date":"2020-07-02T19:52:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-02T23:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/nutriciametabolics.expressodesign.com\/?p=3072"},"modified":"2025-03-10T12:28:02","modified_gmt":"2025-03-10T16:28:02","slug":"blog-explaining-your-metabolic-disorder-to-friends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nutriciametabolics.com\/en-us\/blog\/explaining-your-metabolic-disorder-to-friends\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Explain Your Metabolic Disorder to Friends"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nutriciametabolics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/ExplaintoFriends-Ellis.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7726\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nutriciametabolics.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/ExplaintoFriends-Ellis.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.nutriciametabolics.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/ExplaintoFriends-Ellis-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nutriciametabolics.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/ExplaintoFriends-Ellis-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Friends are so important to have in your life. Deciding to tell people that you have an inborn error of metabolism \u2013 such as phenylketonuria (PKU), maple syrup urine disease (MSUD), homocystinuria (HCU), or another condition \u2013 is a personal decision. We\u2019re here to help if you feel like opening up to your friends about your metabolic disorder. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always follow what feels right for you. Remember that true friends appreciate you for YOU.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>New friends might not be able to tell that you have a metabolic disorder. They may, however, notice your special low protein diet and ask questions. Finding ways to explain your condition and diet can help you adjust to new situations and create authentic friendships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a handful of tips to consider <strong>BEFORE speaking with your friend<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Consider who you want to talk to. Is it your very best friend who keeps asking you questions about your diet? Or maybe you play on a sports team, and you\u2019d like to tell your closest teammates at the same time? <\/li><li>In general, PKU and other inborn errors of metabolism are challenging to understand at first. Set aside a dedicated, quiet time to open up with your friend. They may have many questions for you once you start talking.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DURING your open, honest conversation<\/strong> about your condition, here are some phrases you may find useful to help your friend understand and relate to your disorder:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>\u201cMy [PKU\/ HCU\/ MSUD\/ your inborn error of metabolism] is a genetic condition, and I was born with it. Don\u2019t worry \u2013 it is not contagious.\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cTo be as simple as possible, people like me with [PKU\/ HCU\/ MSUD\/ your inborn error of metabolism] cannot break down protein that is present in foods the same way you can. That\u2019s why I need to follow my special low-in-protein diet.\u201d<ul><li>If they\u2019re curious for more, you may add: \u201cMy body cannot break down a certain amino acid(s), the building blocks of protein. The amino acid(s) that my body cannot break down is found in all foods containing protein, and that\u2019s why I need to follow my special low-in-protein diet.\u201d<\/li><li>NOTE: If you have questions about which amino acid or amino acids your body cannot fully break down or have specific questions about how to explain your condition, talk to your metabolic healthcare team.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>\u201cI will not outgrow [PKU\/ HCU\/ MSUD your inborn error of metabolism].\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>DURING the conversation, your special diet &amp; formula may come up<\/strong> as an important or confusing aspect of your condition. Here are some things you may want to tell your friend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>\u201cIt\u2019s really important that I follow my low protein diet because otherwise, substances can build up in my body that are harmful to me. My body cannot break down protein the way most people can.\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cI can\u2019t have a \u2018cheat day.\u2019 Having excess protein is damaging for me and my body, even if you don\u2019t see it right away. Not following my diet could lead to negative, serious health effects for me.\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cTo help me get the nutrition I need, I drink a special formula that\u2019s made for [PKU\/HCU\/ MSUD\/ your inborn error of metabolism]. It\u2019s very important for me to drink my formula.\u201d<\/li><li>\u201cI drink my formula daily, and you may have seen me making it.\u201d (Add what is true to your situation!)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>AFTER the conversation<\/strong>: If you feel comfortable asking your friend for support:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>\u201cNow that you know a little more, could you support me when I drink my formula in front of you (or other people)? And would you support me when I order what may seem \u2018weird\u2019 when we\u2019re out together, like just ordering French fries or a plain salad?\u201d<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nutriciametabolics.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/GuyFriends-800-533.jpg\" alt=\"3 teenage male friends hanging out in their room looking at phones\" class=\"wp-image-3074\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nutriciametabolics.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/GuyFriends-800-533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.nutriciametabolics.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/GuyFriends-800-533-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nutriciametabolics.com\/en-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/GuyFriends-800-533-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To give your friends more perspectives and help them better understand your metabolic disorder, consider sending them to our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/user\/LowProLiving\/videos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>YouTube page<\/strong><\/a> where we feature stories of people like you on low protein diets!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/VQMslIqpuPA\/\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Jack Doesn\u2019t Let PKU Slow Him Down \u2013 Video<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/ezEG_wXiyeU\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Meet Sarah Marshall (PKU) \u2013 Video<\/strong><\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">Reference Source: Inspired by and adapted from My PKU Binder. National PKU Alliance. Chapter 7: Ages 13-17, Page 113.www.npkua.org<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">The information provided in this blog is for informational purposes only and is in no way intended to replace the advice, care, and medical supervision of your metabolic team. Always consult your metabolic healthcare professional team before making any changes to your diet or condition management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\">\u00a9 2021 Nutricia North America<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Friends are so important to have in your life. Deciding to tell people that you have an inborn error of metabolism \u2013 such as phenylketonuria (PKU), maple syrup urine disease (MSUD), homocystinuria (HCU), or another condition \u2013 is a personal decision. 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