Special diets can be used to diminish the likelihood of brain damage in individuals with

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Phenylketonuria (PKU) is an inherited disorder in which the body can't process phenylalanine, an amino acid found in many foods. If left untreated, the excess phenylalanine can cause brain damage. However, a special diet low in phenylalanine can help prevent brain damage and other complications in individuals with PKU. The other options, cystic fibrosis, Tay-Sachs disease, and Huntington's disease, do not have specific dietary interventions to prevent or lessen brain damage.

Special Diets Can Be Used to Diminish the Likelihood of Brain