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    What is the recommended diet for someone with porphyria?

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  • Chris Fonda

    Dietitian, Nutritionist, Sports Dietitian

    As an Accredited Sports Dietitian, APD and athlete (springboard diver), Chris has both professional and personal experience in sport at the sub-elite and elite level.Chris … View Profile

    Basically the recommended diet for someone with porphyria is one that is well-balanced with adequate intakes of both carbohydrates and energy (kilojoules/calories). Acute attacks of porphyria' s can be brought on by inadequate intakes of both carbohydrates and energy, therefore, providing the right nutrition can help to prevent and treat acute attacks of porphyria.

    I recommend that you seek expert dietary advice from an Accredited Practising Dietitian (APD) who has some knowledge and experience in treating people with porphyria. To find an APD you can log onto the Dietitians Association of Australias website (www.daa.asn.au)

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