New research reveals unintended consequences of inappropriate medical food use in managing patients with a type of metabolic disorder
Bethesda, Md., Thurs., Aug. 13, 2015 - Many "medical foods" are designed to help manage patients with rare inborn errors of metabolism (IEMs), and can help prevent serious and life-threatening complications. However, such special foods may cause harm in some patients when their use is not carefully monitored and managed, according to a research team [...]