# PKU

> App for tracking Phenylalanine (PHE) intake and managing dietary needs. (iPhone/iPad app by Maik Barz.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pku/id1046121773 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Maik Barz](https://appshunter.io/developer/891428102)
- Category: Health & Fitness, Food & Drink
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 8.0 · 22 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, German (Germany), Russian, Ukrainian
- Released: 2015-12-10
- Data updated: 2026-08-09
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pku/id1046121773/reviews.md

## What is PKU?

Using PKU App will keep you on track.
If you are forced to keep track of all food you ingest because you need to count the amount of Phenylanalin, then this app is just for you.

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At a glance: In the daily overview you can see how much PHE (phenylalanine) you still need in order to complete your daily amount.

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You can add your own food to the food list and favor all those ones which you need for fast access.

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With the recipe management you can create own recipes based on your food list. For each recipe a mean value is calculated for PHE per 100g.

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A simple blood value list for a quick overview

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In order to get alerted for taking your supplements regularly you can create custom recurring alerts.

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I am open to any feature requests and suggestions. Please drop your feedback here: http://jira.barz.eu/servicedesk/customer/portal/3
If you like my app please add a postive review on the AppStore.

Thank you

## Key features

- Track Phenylalanine (PHE) intake
- Add custom foods and recipes
- Daily PHE allowance overview
- Supplement reminder alerts
- Blood value list
- Recipe management with average PHE per 100g

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Unlock premium features | $2.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pku/id1046121773/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Fehler

*2020-06-28, version 1.3.2*

Wenn ich auf Einstellung gehe schließt sich die App immer

### 1/5 — Gute Idee, aber...

*2017-08-14, version 1.3.2*

- es sind keinerlei Nahrungsmittel hinterlegt
- beim Versuch den App-Support zu erreichen soll man sich auf einer Eingabemaske anmelden bzw. einloggen (über die App selbst aber auch hier auf der App-Beschreibung), muss das sein?

## Frequently asked questions about PKU

### What is PKU app used for?

PKU app is designed to help users track their Phenylalanine (PHE) intake. It assists individuals who need to manage their diet by monitoring food consumption and calculating PHE amounts.

### Can I add my own foods to PKU app?

Yes, you can add your own custom foods to the food list within PKU app. This allows for personalized tracking of specific items you consume regularly.

### Does PKU app help with recipes?

Yes, PKU app includes recipe management. You can create your own recipes based on your food list, and the app calculates an average PHE value per 100g for each recipe.

### Does PKU app have ads?

No, PKU app does not contain advertisements. It is a free application without any ads to disrupt the user experience.

### What devices does PKU app support?

PKU app is currently supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed for the iOS platform.

### How often is PKU app updated?

The latest version of PKU app is 1.3.2, last updated on August 5, 2017. Users can expect updates to improve functionality and address any issues.

### What is the age rating for PKU app?

PKU app has an age rating of 12+. This indicates it is suitable for users aged 12 and above.

### How can I provide feedback or suggest features for PKU app?

You can provide feedback and feature requests for PKU app through the developer's Jira service desk at http://jira.barz.eu/servicedesk/customer/portal/3.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2017-08-05

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

* New: Calories in Food Details and Overview
* New: Display your daily PHE progress in the animated ring
* New: Swipe gesture on the animated ring to move through the day logs
* New: Food portions can now be entered for any specific dates
* New: New Plus button to quickly choose a portion from a food or a recipe
* New: Statistik of changes in your blood values (Absolute und Relative)
* Improved: Display of blood values
* Improved: Some small design changes
* Lots of improvements under the hood

### 1.3.1 — 2016-08-04

- Fixed a bug which could crash the app during start up in some rare occasions

### 1.3 — 2016-05-25

- URL Scheme to open PKU App from other apps

### 1.2 — 2016-04-10

- Enhanced Support Portal and access
- Access for app review

### 1.1 — 2015-12-20

- English translation introduced
- Fixed crash after deleting food

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