PKU diet in childhood may shape adult IQ, study finds
NCT ID NCT04433728
First seen May 22, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026
Summary
This study looked at adults with phenylketonuria (PKU) who were diagnosed as newborns and followed a special diet during childhood. The goal was to see how long they stayed on the diet and how well their phenylalanine levels were controlled affected their intelligence as adults. Researchers hope the findings will help improve future diet recommendations for children with PKU.
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chu de Lille
Lille, France
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