Tag: rare conditions

Rare conditions with nutrition implications: Alpha-gal allergy

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As dietitians, we are familiar with the top eight food allergens: wheat, soy, eggs, cow’s milk, fish, shellfish, peanuts, and tree nuts. What about…red meat? Meet the alpha-gal allergy. It’s a rare condition that is becoming more common. Because of the obvious nutrition implications, dietitians are often called upon to educate patients, clients, families, foodservice… Read more »

Rare conditions with nutrition implications: Phenylketonuria

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All infants born in the United States are screened at birth for phenylketonuria (PKU). This stems from a single inherited genetic error and changes nutritional requirements for life. What is PKU? PKU is caused by a mutation in the PAH gene, which codes for the production of phenylalanine hydroxylase. This enzyme converts phenylalanine into different… Read more »

Rare conditions with nutrition implications: Eosinophilic esophagitis

Eosinophilic (ee-oh-sin-oh-fill-ick) esophagitis (EoE) is a newly-recognized condition that has been diagnosed more and more often. It may require care from an allergist and a gastroenterologist to diagnose and treat. Dietitians also have key roles in the treatment of the condition. What is eosinophilic esophagitis? EoE is characterized by inflammation and the presence of white… Read more »

Rare conditions with nutrition implications: SMA syndrome

When symptoms of many GI disorders overlap, this can complicate a diagnosis. Nausea, vomiting, and abdominal bloating are vague clues that could point to any number of GI conditions, including SMA Syndrome.   What is SMA Syndrome?  SMA stands for superior mesenteric artery, which is a major blood vessel that supplies the small intestine, cecum, and colon. SMA Syndrome may… Read more »

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