Question
How should children with phenylketonuria eat?
Answer
Phenylketonuria is a common amino acid metabolism disorder. Children with the condition should begin dietary therapy as soon as possible, strictly controlling the intake of natural proteins and replacing them with low or no phenylalanine formula to ensure adequate intake of calories and other essential nutrients. In dietary therapy, it is important to limit phenylalanine intake while also ensuring the body’s needs to promote normal growth.