Can PKU Eat Bread? A Guide to Low-Protein Alternatives
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Approximately one in every 25,000 newborns in the United States is diagnosed with Phenylketonuria (PKU). Managing this genetic disorder requires a lifelong, low-phenylalanine diet, prompting many to ask, "Can PKU eat bread?" The answer is no for standard bread, but yes for special low-protein versions.
