HC&U
Arts
Health & Fitness
Ben and Lindsey Massengale
HCandU is a podcast dedicated to the metabolic disorder, homocystinuria. This podcast is meant to be a resource for anyone who has HCU or has been affected by HCU. Topics to be discussed on the show include patient stories, research updates, recipes, and interviews with experts in the field of homocystinuria. Whether you or someone you know were just diagnosed or have been a patient for years, we hope you find this podcast helpful!
Total 35 episodes
1
HCU Awareness Month Bonus Episode
HCU Awareness Month Bonus Episode
In this bonus episode of HC&U, we talk with Kristen Skvorak, a preclinical consultant focused on rare diseases, about drug development, research, and potential treatment options for HCU. We would like to give a special thanks to Syntis and Iditarod! During Lindsey's Low Pro Snacks, we discuss Lesser Evil Paleo Puffs. Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HCU Network America on Twitter What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know through the Homocystinurias Data Collection Program powered by Rare-X! Share your NBS story with HCUNA! Syntis HCU oral enzyme #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
28:0131/10/2024
Episode 32 with Valerie Mayorga, Vicente Jimenez, and Victor Jimenez
Episode 32 with Valerie Mayorga, Vicente Jimenez, and Victor Jimenez
In the thirty second episode of HC&U, we interview Valerie Mayorga, Vicente Jimenez, and Victor Jimenez, 3 adult patients living with Classical HCU. We discuss the challenges of growing up with HCU, family planning with HCU, and give some advice to younger patients. During Lindsey's Low Pro Bitesss, we talk about crockpot vegetarian chili. Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HCU Network America on Twitter What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know through the Homocystinurias Data Collection Program powered by Rare-X! Share your NBS story with HCUNA! Crockpot Vegetarian Chili #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
43:4324/10/2024
Newborn Screening Awareness Month Bonus Episode
Newborn Screening Awareness Month Bonus Episode
In this bonus episode of HC&U, we share patient and caregiver submitted audio clips of successes with HCU. We hope this episode uplifts and encourages you! Special thanks to Joanna, Clara, Jacob, and Melanie! During Lindsey's Low Pro Snacks, Solely organic mango and guava gummies. Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HCU Network America on Twitter What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know through the Homocystinurias Data Collection Program powered by Rare-X! EveryLife Foundation's Newborn Screening Action Center CDC Newborn Screening Page Baby's First Test HCU Network America's Newborn Screening Page Sign HCU Network America's Petition on Change.org Share your NBS story with HCUNA! #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
14:0729/09/2024
Episode 31 with Dylan Simon and Dr. Neena Champaigne
Episode 31 with Dylan Simon and Dr. Neena Champaigne
In the thirty first episode of HC&U, we interview Dylan Simon, Senior Director of Policy at EveryLife Foundation and Dr. Neena Champaigne, Division Chief of Pediatric Genetics at the Medical University of South Carolina. In honor of Newborn Screening Awareness Month, our coversation focuses on NBS policy and practice. During Lindsey's Low Pro Bitesss, we talk about garlic and herb steakhouse mushrooms. Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HCU Network America on Twitter What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know through the Homocystinurias Data Collection Program powered by Rare-X! EveryLife Foundation's Newborn Screening Action Center CDC Newborn Screening Page Baby's First Test HCU Network America's Newborn Screening Page Sign HCU Network America's Petition on Change.org Share your NBS story with HCUNA! #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
25:3929/09/2024
Episode 30 with Dr. Stephanie Hitti
Episode 30 with Dr. Stephanie Hitti
In the thirtieth episode of HC&U, we interview Dr. Stephanie Hitti, a neuropsychology postdoctoral fellow at Children's Hospital Colorado. We discuss IEPs, 504s, IHPs, and accomodations that could be beneficial for children navigating school with HCU. During Lindsey's Low Pro Bitesss, we talk about crockpot cauliflower rice stir fry. Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Help HCU Network America raise money for research by registering for the Race for Reseach here! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter Email the podcast! HCU Network America on Twitter What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know through the Homocystinurias Data Collection Program powered by Rare-X! Cambrooke School Lunch Program Sample Letters:Requesting and Initial Evaluation for Special Education Services Email Dr. Hitti! #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
31:1429/08/2024
Episode 29 with Brandon Tornes
Episode 29 with Brandon Tornes
In the twenty ninth episode of HC&U, we interview Brandon Tornes, father to Mason, a patient diagnosed Cobalamin C. We discuss Mason's journey with Cobalamin C and vision loss. We talk about coping with vision deficits in relation to school, extracurriculars, and everyday life. During Lindsey's Low Pro Bitesss, we have a special guest and enjoy some southern gravy. Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Help HCU Network America raise money for research by registering for the Race for Reseach here! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter Email the podcast! HCU Network America on Twitter What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know through the Homocystinurias Data Collection Program powered by Rare-X! #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
38:3025/07/2024
Episode 28 with Gabbi Lewis
Episode 28 with Gabbi Lewis
In the twenty eighth episode of HC&U, we interview Gabbi Lewis who is an HCU patient, advocate, and recent college graduate. We discuss Gabbi's journey with HCU and scoliosis. We also talk about navigating college life with HCU. During Lindsey's Low Pro Bitesss, we enjoy some vegetarian tostadas. Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter Email the podcast! HCU Network America on Twitter What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know through the Homocystinurias Data Collection Program powered by Rare-X! #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
30:2327/06/2024
Episode 27 with Alex Orange Drink
Episode 27 with Alex Orange Drink
In the twenty seventh episode of HC&U, we interview Alex Orange Drink who is a musician/songwriter and adult HCU patient and advocate. We discuss the mental health challenges that growing up with a rare disorder presents and how we have coped over the years. We miss out on Low Pro Bitesss in this episode, but be sure to check our @lowprobites on Instagram to see a new recipe! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter Email the podcast! HCU Network America on Twitter What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know through the Homocystinurias Data Collection Program powered by Rare-X! Check out Alex's music here! Alex on Instagram #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
35:5830/05/2024
Bonus Episode with Melanie Colter, Shaina Shapiro, and Julie Sullivan
Bonus Episode with Melanie Colter, Shaina Shapiro, and Julie Sullivan
In this bonus episode of HC&U, we present HCU Network America's live panel discussion called "Navigating the Maze" for World Homocystinuria Awareness Day. We discuss the complex journey of diagnosis and treatment with Melanie, Shaina, and Julie. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bitessss. We sound a call to arms for our community! We hope you enjoy! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter Email the podcast! HCU Network America on Twitter Everylife Foundation for Rare Diseases Rare Disease Legislative Advocates (RDLA) What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know! #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
01:06:5221/05/2024
Episode 26 with Sam Stallings
Episode 26 with Sam Stallings
In the twenty sixth episode of HC&U, we interview Sam Stallings, HCU patient and advocate. We discuss Sam's experience living with multiple rare diseases and her advocacy for the HCU community. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bitessss. We discuss homemade pop tarts and rate it on our random fruit or veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter Email the podcast! HCU Network America on Twitter Everylife Foundation for Rare Diseases Rare Disease Legislative Advocates (RDLA) What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know! #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
33:4325/04/2024
Episode 25 with Jamela Gutierrez
Episode 25 with Jamela Gutierrez
In the twenty fifth episode of HC&U, we interview Jamela Gutierrez, HCU patient and advocate. We discuss Jamela's journey with HCU and patient advocacy. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss veggie pot pie and rate it on our random fruit or veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter Email the podcast! HCU Network America on Twitter Patients and Providers for MNEA https://flok.org Register for "Ask me anything with Flok" on Monday, 4/22 @ 7 PM ET here! Newborn Screening Petition Everylife Foundation for Rare Diseases What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know! #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
30:0128/03/2024
Episode 24 with Liz Carter
Episode 24 with Liz Carter
In the twenty fourth episode of HC&U, we interview Liz Carter, communications manager of HCU Network America, caregiver advocate, and mother to Elliot who has classical homocystinuria. We discuss metabolic newborn screening, patient advocacy, and Rare Disease Week. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss “healthy tomato basil soup” and rate it on our random fruit or veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Check out HCU Network America! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter Email the podcast! HCU Network America on Twitter Elliot's Story Newborn Screening Petition Everylife Foundation for Rare Diseases Rare Disease Legislative Advocates (RDLA) Expecting Health VMP Genetics- Sign up to become a patient/teacher What's your newborn screening story? Diagnosed at birth? Not screened? Missed? Let us know! #homocystinuria #hcu #metabolicdisorder #hcu #classicalhomocystinuria #hcunetworkamerica #hcunetworkaustralia #patientadvocacy #hcandu #hc&u
36:3429/02/2024
Episode 23 with Brittany Parke
Episode 23 with Brittany Parke
In this episode, we speak with Brittany Parke, mom of Grayson, who lives with Homocystinuria, Cobalamin G. We discuss why advocacy and research for Hydroxocobalamin is so important for the cobalamin community.  We also share our low protein recipe of the month in Lindsey's Low Pro Bitessss. It is a veggie stew that is great for the winter months (or anytime really)! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter Email us here! HCU Network America on Twitter Check out HCU Network America!
45:3026/01/2024
Episode 22 with Danae Bartke
Episode 22 with Danae Bartke
In the twenty second episode of HC&U, we continue our interview with Danae! In this episode, we interview (again) Danae Bartke , an HCU patient and the executive director of HCU Network America. In the second part of our 2 part interview, we discuss the Rare-X data sharing platform. We also announce a new podcast series in collaboration with HCU Network America that debuts in 2024! We miss Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites this episode, but it will be back! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE!   Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! HCU Network America on Twitter Check out HCU Network America!
29:5404/10/2023
Episode 21 HC&U Returns
Episode 21 HC&U Returns
In the twenty first episode of HC&U, we focus on getting our feet back under us as we return from a long hiatus! In this episode, we interview (again) Danae Bartke , an HCU patient and the executive director of HCU Network America. In the first part of our 2 part interview, we discuss the upcoming ELPF-DD meeting concerning the HCU community. We miss Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites this episode, but it will be back! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE!   Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! HCU Network America on Twitter Check out HCU Network America!
19:1830/07/2023
Episode 20 with Ashley Longthorn
Episode 20 with Ashley Longthorn
In the twentieth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we interview Ashley Longthorn, an HCU patient in the UK. We discuss dealing with HCU and the importance of staying on diet. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss million dollar spaghetti and rate it on our random fruit or veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE!   Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! HCU Network America on Twitter Check out HCU Network America!
46:4912/10/2021
Episode 19 with Danae Bartke's Return
Episode 19 with Danae Bartke's Return
In this episode, we interview Danae Bartke, the executive director of HCU Network America. We discuss dealing with HCU and school and navigating the Covid-19 pandemic with HCU. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss a fantastic enchilada bake and rate it on our random fruit or veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE!   Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! HCU Network America on Twitter Check out HCU Network America!
01:07:1121/08/2021
Episode 18 with Dr. Anthony Quinn
Episode 18 with Dr. Anthony Quinn
In the eighteenth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we interview Dr. Anthony Quinn, the CEO of Aeglea Biotherapeutics. We discuss research and treatments concerning HCU. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss loaded cauliflower rice and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE!   Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Aeglea on Twitter Aeglea’s Website Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
39:5119/08/2020
Episode 17 with Raenette Franco
Episode 17 with Raenette Franco
In the seventeenth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we interview Raenette Franco. We discuss the ins and outs of insurance coverage and HCU. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss crispy potato tacos and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE!   Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America! Baja Sauce Copycat Recipe!
37:1628/04/2020
Episode 16 with Pam Penrose
Episode 16 with Pam Penrose
In the sixteenth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we interview Pam Penrose. We discuss her journey in being diagnosed and dealing with HCU. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss vegetarian Zuppe Toscana and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE!   Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
44:2222/03/2020
HC&U Episode 15
HC&U Episode 15
In the fifteenth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we interview Breun and Jeremy Smeltser. We discuss their journey in raising kids who have been diagnosed with HCU. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss shredded carrot BBQ and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE!   Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Pulled BBQ Carrots HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
51:2920/06/2019
HC&U Episode 14
HC&U Episode 14
In the fourteenth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we interview Amber Gibson, recipe coordinator for HCU Network America. We discuss low protein recipes and managing a low protein diet for adults and kids. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss eggplant vegetale (insert Ben’s bad Italian accent here)and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Cauliflower Curry HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
48:3805/05/2019
HC&U Episode 13
HC&U Episode 13
In the thirteenth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we interview Frank Glavin (CEO) and Jeanie Price (Executive Director of Clinical Operations) of Orphan Technologies. We discuss OT-58 and the natural history study. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss cauliflower curry and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! Cauliflower Curry HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
31:0316/03/2019
HC&U Episode 12
HC&U Episode 12
In the twelfth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we interview Amanda Nethery, an HCU patient, and she shares her journey with HCU. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss cauliflower gnocchi and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
41:1405/02/2019
HC&U Episode 11
HC&U Episode 11
In the eleventh episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we talk about New Year’s resolutions concerning HCU. We also talk about surgery prep with HCU, and eating at restaurants on a protein budget. Yes, a protein budget. Ben coined that phrase. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss cauliflower crust pizza and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review!   HC&U on Facebook   Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram!   HC&U on Twitter   HC&U Blog   Email us at [email protected]!   Check out HCU Network America!
37:2309/01/2019
HC&U Episode 10
HC&U Episode 10
In the tenth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we interview Ben’s sister, Breanna (Phil)! She talks about following a low protein diet for a week. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss Lindsey’s veggie casserole and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
38:1405/12/2018
HC&U Episode 9
HC&U Episode 9
In the ninth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we discuss emergency preparedness, famous vegetarians, and vegetarian Thanksgiving probs! We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss Lindsey’s veggie casserole and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review!   HC&U on Facebook   Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram!   HC&U on Twitter   HC&U Blog   Email us at [email protected]!   Check out HCU Network America!
44:3121/11/2018
HC&U Episode 8
HC&U Episode 8
In the eighth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we continue to discuss HCU Awareness Month! We also have a very special guest, pediatrician, biochemical geneticist, and all around HCU rockstar, Dr. Harvey Levy of Boston Children’s Hospital! We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss buffalo cauliflower dip and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America! Inspiration for some of Dr. Levy’s interview questions!
01:05:2728/10/2018
HC&U Episode 7
HC&U Episode 7
In the seventh episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we discuss HCU Awareness Month! We talk about the timeline of homocystinuria, the calendar of awareness “challenges,” and ALL THE FALL THINGS! We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss not so chicken pot pie and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
37:4209/10/2018
HC&U Episode 6
HC&U Episode 6
In the sixth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we also have a set of three guests! Ben’s parents share what it was like raising a child with HCU. Also, Ben’s sister makes an appearance to save any complaining that may have occurred otherwise. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss low protein gyros and rate them on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! Please share the podcast and give us a 5 star rating and review! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
43:1425/09/2018
HC&U Episode 5
HC&U Episode 5
In the fifth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we also have our third guest, a very dapper fellow who shares his experience with HCU. Hint hint, it’s Ben!Danae Bartke! We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss zucchini boats and rate them on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America! Free HCU Bear!
39:5811/09/2018
HC&U Episode 4
HC&U Episode 4
In the fourth episode of HC&U, we have our regular “Tell Me Something Good” segment where we share several bits of good news regarding the podcast! In this episode, we also have our second guest, Danae Bartke! She discusses experiencing pregnancy while having homocystinuria. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss stuffed bell peppers and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** Want a FREE T-shirt? We are asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, these shirts are pretty sweet. Oh, and did we mention? They are FREE!   HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America! Free HCU Bear!
38:5626/08/2018
HC&U Episode 3
HC&U Episode 3
In the third episode of HC&U, we discuss the first ever HCU Conference which was held in Westford, Massachusetts. It was called Taking the Lead for HCU, and it was a blast! In this episode, we also talk about traveling with homocystinuria and provide some tips for managing medication while traveling. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss jackfruit “pulled pork” sandwiches and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** We are also asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, we are working on some swag for people who share their good news and are chosen for a shoutout on the podcast! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
31:0012/08/2018
HC&U Episode 2
HC&U Episode 2
In the second episode of HC&U, we discuss low protein food providers. These providers include Cambrooke Therapeutics, Taste Connections, PKU Perspectives, Loprofin, Lil’s Dietary Specialty Shop, and Mevalia. In this episode, we also welcome our first guest, Sarah Chamberlin! We discuss the Medical Nutrition Equity Act with Sarah and tell listeners how to get involved! Visit howmuchphe.org to see unrounded protein content of various food. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss Lindsey’s Italian bake and rate it on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! **FREE SWAG ALERT** We are also asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! Plus, we are working on some swag for people who share their good news and are chosen for a shoutout on the podcast! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Check out HCU Network America!
47:1429/07/2018
HC&U Episode 1
HC&U Episode 1
In the pilot episode of HC&U, we give a basic overview of the condition. We talk about the four main systems that HCU can affect, and we also mention some less serious symptoms. Then we discussed the treatment methods for HCU. We talk about vitamin B6, low protein diets, and cystadane/betain powder. We wrap up with Lindsey’s Low-Pro Bites. We discuss carrot “notdogs,” and rate them on our random veggie scale! We hope you enjoy! We are also asking listeners to tell us something good regarding your experience with HCU! This could be anything from getting your levels down, finding a new recipe, or finding a better metabolic formula! Reach out to us using one of the methods listed below! We would love to hear from you! HC&U on Facebook Find Our Low Protein Ideas on Instagram! HC&U on Twitter HC&U Blog Email us at [email protected]! Carrot Notdogs Recipe Check out our blog to find the low protein version of the relish! HCU Article Check out HCU Network America!
12:5015/07/2018