Individuals afflicted with PKU need to avoid ____.
A) foods high in phenylalanine
B) foods high in vitamin K
C) alcohol
D) sunlight

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Individuals with PKU have a deficiency in the enzyme needed to break down phenylalanine. As a result, a build-up of this amino acid can cause brain damage and intellectual disability. Therefore, these individuals need to follow a low-phenylalanine diet and avoid foods high in phenylalanine. Foods such as meat, dairy, eggs, nuts, and beans are high in phenylalanine and need to be restricted in their diet.

Individuals Afflicted with PKU Need to Avoid ____