What Is a Low Ammonia Diet? Understanding the Principles
                                
                                
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                                High ammonia levels in the blood, or hyperammonemia, can be toxic to the central nervous system, particularly for individuals with compromised liver function. A low ammonia diet is a specialized eating plan designed to help manage this condition by carefully controlling and modifying dietary protein intake.