Special diets Flashcards

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What are special diets

A

Preparations that have been modified to eliminate a particular constituent e.g. gluten free

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What is phenylketonuria

A

Results from inability to metabolise phenylalanine

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What are symptoms of phenylketonuria

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Mouldy smelling breath

Tremors

Epilepsy

Eczema

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How can you control it

A

Restrict dietary intake

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