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Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) Calories
Phenylalanine-free, high-protein medical drink
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 bottle (medium) of Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) (125 g) has 75 calories. That works out to 60 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.1 g of carbs, 18.8 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1.5 mg of B5 covers 30% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 125 g
75
KCAL / 125G
Carbs
3.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
18.8g
· 38% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 85% · Fat 1%
Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) nutrition facts table · 1 bottle (medium) (125 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 75 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Bottle of Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bottle (medium) | 125 g | 75 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 100 g | 60 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 125 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 125 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 125 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 200 g | 120 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 250 g | 150 kcal |
Calculated from 60 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink)
What is Nutricia Lophlex LQ used for?
Nutricia Lophlex LQ is a phenylalanine-free protein substitute used as part of dietary management for phenylketonuria (PKU). It supplies protein without phenylalanine and is intended for people whose PKU care plan includes this type of medical food.
Is Nutricia Lophlex LQ free from phenylalanine?
Yes, Nutricia Lophlex LQ is phenylalanine-free. That makes it suitable as a protein substitute in a PKU diet, but it does not remove the need to monitor phenylalanine from other foods according to the individual’s prescribed plan.
Can Nutricia Lophlex LQ replace a regular protein shake?
No, Nutricia Lophlex LQ is not an interchangeable everyday protein shake. It is a medical protein substitute designed for PKU dietary management, where the amount and type of protein need to fit a controlled phenylalanine intake.
Do you need to mix Nutricia Lophlex LQ before drinking it?
No, Nutricia Lophlex LQ is a liquid medical drink, so it is not prepared like a powder that needs mixing with water. Follow the pack directions for handling, and avoid diluting it unless your care team has advised you to.
Can Nutricia Lophlex LQ replace a meal?
No, Nutricia Lophlex LQ should not be treated as a complete meal replacement. It provides a phenylalanine-free protein substitute for a PKU diet, while meals and other nutrients still need to follow the person’s dietary plan.
How should you store Nutricia Lophlex LQ after opening?
Follow the storage and use-after-opening instructions printed on the Nutricia Lophlex LQ package. Do not leave an opened drink sitting out for an extended period, and use it within the stated time rather than relying on a general rule.
Can adults with PKU use Nutricia Lophlex LQ?
Yes, adults with PKU may use Nutricia Lophlex LQ when it is included in their dietary plan. The amount is not one-size-fits-all, so adults should follow their prescribed protein-substitute schedule rather than copying someone else’s serving.
Can Nutricia Lophlex LQ be used during pregnancy with PKU?
It may be included in a pregnancy diet for someone with PKU, but Nutricia Lophlex LQ alone does not manage pregnancy nutrition. Phenylalanine targets and protein-substitute needs require close individual planning with the person’s metabolic care team.
What should you do if you miss a Nutricia Lophlex LQ serving?
Do not automatically take an extra Nutricia Lophlex LQ serving to make up for a missed one. Follow the missed-serving instructions in your PKU care plan, since the right next step depends on your prescribed schedule and dietary needs.
Can Nutricia Lophlex LQ be taken alongside other PKU foods?
Yes, Nutricia Lophlex LQ is generally used alongside the rest of a person’s PKU diet, not instead of all other foods. Its serving should fit the prescribed plan for protein substitute, phenylalanine intake, and meals.
Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B5
1.5mg · 30% DV
Biotin
8.75µg · 29% DV
B2
0.38mg · 29% DV
B3
4.38mg · 27% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
113mg · 16% DV
Calcium
150mg · 15% DV
Copper
0.13mg · 14% DV
Iron
2.5mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
150mg · 4% DV
Sodium
63mg · 3% DV
Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink)
To burn the 75 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (125 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink)?
Nutricia Lophlex LQ is a ready-to-drink medical protein substitute for people with phenylketonuria (PKU). It is phenylalanine-free and is intended to be used as part of a clinically planned diet, rather than as a general-purpose protein shake.
The small bottle is convenient alongside a meal or snack, and it can be served chilled if you prefer. Its protein content is concentrated while fat content is very low; it is not a complete meal on its own. Follow the amount and schedule set by your metabolic clinic or dietitian, and check with them before changing how it fits into your eating plan.
How Nutritious Is Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink)?
Nutrient density
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Nutricia Lophlex LQ (PKU medical drink) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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