PKU Renew

02/17/2026

I’ve been studying longevity and metabolic health this week, and I want to open a conversation specifically for our PKU families.

This will be the first full generation living life on lifelong low-phenylalanine diets — and while this has protected neurological development in powerful ways, it also brings new questions we’re just beginning to explore.

Low protein intake over decades may influence:

• Muscle mass
• Mitochondrial density
• Metabolic flexibility
• Cardiovascular health
• Cognitive aging

Not as a certainty — but as an area we want to stay ahead of.

Here’s the empowering part:

There is so much we can do proactively.

We can support mitochondrial growth.
We can build muscle safely.
We can stabilize blood sugar.
We can improve hydration and mineral status.
We can activate fat-burning pathways without increasing phe load.

This is the work I’m deeply focused on right now — not just for clients, but for my own kids too.

We’re looking at movement strategies, amino timing, mitochondrial nutrients, and how tools like GLP-1 support can be integrated safely in PKU physiology.

I’ll be sharing more as I continue studying, but I want you to know this:

PKU does not mean settling for “good enough” health outcomes.

Our kids deserve strong brains, strong bodies, and long vibrant lives — and we’re going to keep building toward that together. 🤍

05/22/2025

“You’re treating the branches… but the real issue is in the roots.”

Fatigue, bloating, anxiety, hormone swings, brain fog…

These are the branches of deeper dysfunction.

Most people spend years pruning symptoms — with diets, supplements, or meds — but they never get to the root system:
• Gut microbiome
• Inflammation
• Hydration & mineral balance
• Cellular energy
• Digestion

That’s where your healing begins.

I created a free guide called “What Your Body Is Trying to Say” to help you understand what your symptoms are really signaling — and how a simple RBTI test can help you stop guessing and start healing.

This is the test that finally gave me answers when nothing else made sense.

Click here to grab the free guide and see what your body is trying to tell you:

https://elev8yourhealth.net/page/rbti-testing

Let’s stop chasing symptoms — and start supporting your roots.

— Mari

05/17/2025

From my PKU lifer:

Living with PKU is already a full-time job.
Tracking food. Watching protein. Managing mood, sleep, energy. It’s a lot.

So I get it—when someone says “just add one more thing to your day,” it’s easy to roll your eyes.

But hear me out…

These metabolic drops aren’t just another thing to manage.

They’re designed to help your body do what it’s already trying to do—just with less struggle.

Here’s what I’ve seen (and felt) since adding the drops to my own routine as someone with PKU:
• Cravings? Easier to manage.
• Fatigue? Less of a daily battle.
• Bloating and inflammation? Reduced.
• Mood swings + brain fog? Noticeably better.
• Detox + gut function? More balanced.

They work with your body, not against it. And for those of us already juggling PKU, that’s huge.

This isn’t about perfection. It’s about progress—with support that actually makes the journey lighter, not heavier.

If you’re managing PKU and your body feels stuck, stressed, or sluggish, these drops might be a game-changer.

DM Mari if you want to know how they work or if they’re a fit for your journey.

05/17/2025

PKU + Functional Support: There’s More We Can Do 💡

Living with PKU means constant food tracking, managing low-protein intake, and watching for signs your body might be out of balance.

But here’s something many families don’t know—your body communicates far beyond blood phenylalanine levels.

✨ This is where metabolic drops, RBTI testing, and bioenergetic scans come in. Together, they give us a deeper picture of what’s really going on—and how to help.

🔬 RBTI (Reams Biological Theory of Ionization)
This simple urine + saliva test measures how your body is digesting, absorbing, and eliminating nutrients.
For those with PKU, this is huge—because it helps us understand:

If your digestion is breaking down formula and food properly

If you’re holding onto toxins or inflammation

How your liver and kidneys are handling the load

And whether your cells are getting the minerals and hydration they need

We can use RBTI to adjust food timing, supplement support, and even pinpoint why fatigue, cravings, or bloating are happening.

🧠 The Visera Bioenergetic Scan
This non-invasive scan reads over 200 biomarkers—showing energetic stress in the gut, brain, liver, hormones, and more.
It helps reveal root imbalances before they become symptoms.

We’ve seen kids and adults with PKU who had high stress in areas like:

Pituitary + adrenal glands

Candida and mold (gut issues)

Emotional exhaustion or grief

Instead of guessing, we listen to the body first.

💧 Metabolic Drops
These homeopathic drops support natural detox, hormone regulation, adrenal health, and metabolism.
For PKU, they’ve helped reduce inflammation, increase energy, and calm cravings—especially when paired with customized support from RBTI.

🎉 This Week Only: RBTI 3-Pack Special – $297
Includes tests + full reports + meal/supplement guidance
✨ Plus: Metabolic Drops available now (limited quantity!)

You don’t have to figure this out alone. If you or your child has PKU, these tools can help you see the body differently—and begin healing in a way that goes beyond just “watching protein.”

📩 DM me for info or to book a session.
Your body isn’t broken. It just needs the right support.

05/17/2025

📣 Real Wellness. Real Results. Meet Rillei.

If you’ve ever felt like your body was working against you… this is for you. 💛

Rillei has PKU—meaning her body can’t break down protein like most people can. She has to carefully monitor her intake (just 15 grams a day!), which makes health and weight loss feel like an uphill battle.

But guess what? She’s doing it. 🙌

✨ She’s already lost 20 pounds.
✨ Her hormone levels are balancing.
✨ Her cravings are calming.
✨ She’s smiling more, sleeping better, and feeling hopeful again.

When we ran her Visera scan, we saw exactly what her body was fighting:
🔸 High stress on her skin, gut, and adrenal glands
🔸 Toxins like glyphosate, chemicals, and candida buildup
🔸 Hormonal disruptions that explained why she felt stuck

These aren’t just "numbers"—they’re signals. And when we listen to the body and support it the right way… healing begins. 💫

Rillei is now using a custom plan based on her scan:
✔️ Metabolic drops
✔️ Hormone + adrenal support
✔️ PKU-friendly meal plan she actually enjoys (yes to guac, potatoes, and bean chili 🌱)

Her story is a powerful reminder: You are not broken. Your body just needs the right support.

💥 PKU or not, your health is worth fighting for.
Want to know what your body is saying? I’d love to help you figure it out.

📩 Message me to book your scan and see what’s possible when we finally listen to the body.

05/09/2025

Sharing this from my PKU Renew page—a space I created to bring more awareness to a rare metabolic disorder called PKU (Phenylketonuria). Most people have never heard of it, but it affects how the body processes protein, and it can deeply impact physical, emotional, and mental health.

As a mom to four kids with PKU and a functional nutritionist, I’ve made it my mission to support other families on this journey with hope, tools, and natural solutions. You never know who might be walking this road quietly—or who might have a child, friend, or grandchild who needs this kind of support. 💜

Please give the page a follow if you want to learn more or share with someone who may be looking for answers.

05/09/2025

Living with PKU: Alli’s Story & Our Daily Natural Support Plan

Being a mom to kids with PKU means learning to see life through a very specific lens—one where every bite, every symptom, every emotional and physical response tells a story. Alli’s latest scan showed 172 biomarkers out of range—many of them linked to hormone imbalance, sleep disruptions, detox overload, gut stress, and emotional strain. But instead of fear, we choose action.

Alli has been away at University of Alabama in a dorm for a year. And as we all know dorm life beings with it long nights of study and rest as well as unhealthy eating. Putting these things together for a PKU-er, you have a perfect storm of unbalance.

Here’s what we’re doing daily to support her—naturally now that she is back home for the summer:

• Liver + Gut Detox: We’re focusing on gentle cleansing through hydration, plant-based binders, castor oil packs, and mineral support. Her scan showed water contaminants, molds, and heavy metals out of range—so drainage pathways are a top priority.
• Emotional Balance: Tools like essential oils, journaling, and adrenal support are helping her body process stress. High biomarkers in mistrust, exhaustion, and misalignment reflect just how deeply emotional health affects physical balance.
• Hormone Regulation: We’re naturally supporting the pituitary gland and endocrine disruptors with targeted homeopathics and food-based nutrients. Alli is also working on better sleep hygiene to stabilize her circadian rhythms and cortisol levels.
• PKU-Specific Strategy: We’re managing protein intake with clean, supportive meals while keeping a close eye on gut flora. Probiotics, antifungals for candida, and mold detox are all helping to restore balance in the digestive system.
• Daily Tracker: Food, p**p, mood. It sounds simple—but this log has given us clarity, trends, and better communication with her body.

PKU isn’t just about what you can’t eat. It’s about learning to listen to the body, to find what’s missing, and to rebuild from a place of grace and knowledge.

This journey is part of a bigger story…
I’m writing a book that brings together 20+ years of experience raising kids with PKU. It’s full of practical guidance, emotional support, and what actually works when you’re trying to do this the natural way. I can’t wait to share it with this community.

To every family walking this path: You are not alone. Your child is not broken. There is a way forward.

05/09/2025

How We’re Using Bioenergetic Scans for PKU—and Why It’s Changing Everything

When my first child was diagnosed with PKU 21 years ago, I had no idea how complex and layered this journey would be. Managing protein intake was just the beginning. What no one prepared us for was the emotional burnout, hormonal chaos, digestive issues, or how toxins and inflammation could quietly build up in the body—even with a low-protein diet.

That’s why I started searching for answers outside the traditional model. And that’s how we found this scan.

💡 So what is it?
We use a non-invasive bioenergetic scan that evaluates hundreds of biomarkers through frequency analysis—looking at how the body is functioning across systems like detoxification, gut health, hormone balance, immune resilience, emotional regulation, and more. No bloodwork, no guesswork. Just actionable feedback in real time.

For kids (and adults) with PKU, this is a game changer. Here’s why:

✅ It helps us go deeper.
We’re not just asking “How’s your diet?” We’re asking “How’s your liver processing phenylalanine?”, “Is mold exposure blocking detox?”, “Are emotions like mistrust or exhaustion overwhelming the system?”

✅ We can catch hidden imbalances early.
From candida overgrowth to adrenal fatigue, this scan helps us spot what’s under the surface—before it turns into a bigger issue.

✅ It personalizes the path forward.
Every body is different. With the scan results, we build a plan specific to what the body is asking for right now. That could be drainage support, hormone resets, gut repair, or emotional healing.

✅ It gives us hope—and direction.
Instead of feeling helpless when symptoms flare, we get to respond with clarity, not react with fear.

As a Certified Functional Nutritionist, I’ve dedicated my life to advocating for my four children with PKU. But beyond my own family, I’m on a mission to be a light for the PKU community—to teach, guide, and bring clarity to families who feel overwhelmed, confused, or burned out.

You do not have to navigate this journey alone.
I’m here to walk with you—to help you understand what’s going on inside the body and what you can actually do about it, naturally and confidently.

This is the same scan we use for Alli and our other kids with PKU. And each time, it helps us get one step closer to supporting the body naturally, fully, and with intention.

We’re not aiming for perfection—we’re building balance. And for PKU families, that kind of clarity is priceless.

Stay tuned—Alli’s full report is next. You’ll see how we’re using this scan to guide her healing every step of the way.

01/22/2025

It is awesome to see teens taking control of their own experiences and sharing awareness about PKU Intermountain PKU and Allied Disorders Association

01/22/2025

This looks like an amazing event.

Yes, the summer of 2026 seems far off, but now is a great time to save the date on your calendar!

We hope you will be joining us in ILLINOIS for the 2026 NPKUA Community Conference. The Westin Lombard is located just outside of Chicago with easy and nearby access to both O'Hare and Midway airports.

Whether you are flying or driving, please save the date for this biennial conference, where meaningful PKU community connections are always made. 💙

01/22/2025

Welcome to PKU Renew! 🌿

We’re here to support the PKU community in thriving through holistic health, nutrition, and gut-focused wellness. Did you know the connection between the gut and brain plays a critical role in overall well-being? On this page, we’ll explore how nurturing both can transform your health journey.

With over 20 years of experience as a mom of four PKU warriors and a Functional Nutritionist, I’m passionate about sharing practical tips, recipes, research, and insights into the gut-brain connection to empower families.

This is a space for teaching, learning, and growing together—where we discover natural ways to take control of our health and PKU. Let’s lock arms and take our health to the next level.

Together, let’s embrace balance, vitality, and renewal on this PKU journey! 💙✨