Why is a low-protein diet needed for management?
In someone with a UCD, the body can’t process protein or remove ammonia correctly. Because of this, it’s important to eat a low-protein diet. Everyone’s low-protein diet is different. People are able to handle a different amount of protein based on many factors, including their age and the severity of their UCD. Since we all need some protein to grow and stay healthy, people with UCDs should work with their doctor and dietitian to find the exact number of grams of protein they should eat each day.
Our bodies need certain nutrients, like vitamins and amino acids, to grow, develop, and stay healthy. Some of these nutrients only come from protein. Since people with UCDs are on low-protein diets, they often take dietary supplements to make sure they are getting all the nutrients they need.
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