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What foods should you avoid with Refsum disease?

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Refsum disease is a rare genetic disorder affecting just 1 in 1,000,000 people, where the body cannot properly metabolize a fatty acid called phytanic acid. The primary treatment for managing symptoms is a strict diet to control the intake of this fatty acid, which means knowing what foods you should avoid with Refsum disease is crucial.