Question

What must a phenylketonuria patient leave out of his or her diet?


A. a specific amino acid

B. all amino acids

C. all carbohydrates

D. some specific carbohydrates

Answer 1

B. In the PKU diet, animal protein is avoided because it contains the highest amounts of phenylalanine. Examples of animal protein to be avoided include red meat, fish, poultry and milk and milk products. PKU patients are to eat low-protein foods such as low-protein breads, pastas and cereals.

Answer 2

Actually, the answer is A!!!! If ya'll are taking Primavera Bio A, I can guarantee you that it's A