The ‘building blocks’ of protein are called amino acids. In PKU, due to the lack of an enzyme, the body cannot properly deal with one of the amino acids, phenylalanine. People with PKU therefore need to severely restrict the amount of protein they eat.

A key element in the management of PKU is the use of protein substitutes. Protein substitutes for PKU provide all the amino acids found in protein but no phenylalanine. In combination with the small allowance of regular dietary protein, protein substitutes ensure that an individual with PKU has an adequate intake of protein

Vitaflo USA offers the following medical foods for the dietary management of PKU from childhood through adulthood. Find a PKU formula product that meets your needs and learn how you can order Vitaflo products here. If you have additional questions about Vitaflo’s range of PKU products, please contact us here.