Xander, age 27
F508del/F508del
People with CF pictured have taken TRIKAFTA and
were compensated for their participation.
People with CF pictured have taken TRIKAFTA and were compensated for their participation.
Not all fats are the same
Not all fats are the same
Not all fats are the same
know “good” fats from “bad” fats
know “good” fats from “bad” fats
know “good” fats from “bad” fats
Fats are an important part of your diet. They provide energy, support cell function, keep the body warm, and help the body absorb nutrients. There are 3 general types of fats: unsaturated fats, saturated fats, and trans fats. It’s important to know the differences and work with your care team to figure out how to best include fats into your diet.
Fats are an important part of your diet. They provide energy, support cell function, keep the body warm, and help the body absorb nutrients. There are 3 general types of fats: unsaturated fats, saturated fats, and trans fats. It’s important to know the differences and work with your care team to figure out how to best include fats into your diet.
Fats are an important part of your diet. They provide energy, support cell function, keep the body warm, and help the body absorb nutrients. There are 3 general types of fats: unsaturated fats, saturated fats, and trans fats. It’s important to know the differences and work with your care team to figure out how to best include fats into your diet.
Unsaturated fats
Unsaturated fats are “good” fats. They fall into 2 groups: polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats. Both of these types of fats are an excellent source of energy. Unsaturated fats can be found in:
- Vegetable oils (olive, canola, peanut, and corn)
- Avocados
- Olives
- Nuts (almonds, peanuts, and walnuts)
- Sunflower seeds
- Certain fish (salmon, herring, tuna, and trout)
Saturated fats
Saturated fats are considered “bad” fats for most people because they raise cholesterol. They’re found mostly in some oils and foods from animals. Some common sources of these fats include:
- Beef
- Chicken (with the skin on)
- Bacon
- Palm oil and coconut oil
Trans Fats
Trans fats are also considered “bad” fats and can be found in baked and fried foods:
- Pastries, croissants, cookies, and doughnuts
- Potato chips
- Fried chicken and french fries
Trans fats should be eaten in moderation.
finding fats on a nutrition label
finding fats on a nutrition label
finding fats on a nutrition label
A nutrition label provides detailed information about what’s in your food, including the amount of fat.
A nutrition label provides detailed information about what’s in your food, including the amount of fat.
A nutrition label provides detailed information about what’s in your food, including the amount of fat.
The nutrition label will provide the total fat (in
grams) for each serving. It will also break that
down by the types of fats explained above.
The nutrition label will provide the total fat (in grams) for each serving. It will also break that down by the types of fats explained above.
The nutrition label will provide the total fat (in grams) for each serving. It will also break that down by the types of fats explained above.
It’s important to understand the serving
size so you can calculate the amount of
fat you’re eating.
It’s important to understand the serving size so you can calculate the amount of fat you’re eating.
It’s important to understand the serving size so you can calculate the amount of fat you’re eating.
The nutrition label will provide the total fat (in
grams) for each serving. It will also break that
down by the types of fats explained above.
The nutrition label will provide the total fat (in grams) for each serving. It will also break that down by the types of fats explained above.
The nutrition label will provide the total fat (in grams) for each serving. It will also break that down by the types of fats explained above.
It’s important to understand the serving
size so you can calculate the amount of
fat you’re eating.
It’s important to understand the serving size so you can calculate the amount of fat you’re eating.
It’s important to understand the serving size so you can calculate the amount of fat you’re eating.
There isn't a recommended amount of fat that needs to be eaten when taking TRIKAFTA. Talk to your healthcare provider or dietitian if you have questions about reading a nutrition label.
There isn't a recommended amount of fat that needs to be eaten when taking TRIKAFTA. Talk to your healthcare provider or dietitian if you have questions about reading a nutrition label.
There isn't a recommended amount of fat that needs to be eaten when taking TRIKAFTA. Talk to your healthcare provider or dietitian if you have questions about reading a nutrition label.
Simple, Delicious
Simple, Delicious
Simple, Delicious
Morning and Evening Meals
Morning and Evening Meals
Morning and Evening Meals
Morning meals
Evening meals
Morning meals
- Bagel with peanut butter
- Chocolate chip pancakes
- Whole-milk cheese sandwich
- Sausage and cheese English muffin
- Scrambled eggs with vegetables and cheese
- Peanut butter and jelly French toast
- Smoothie (made with whole milk or whole-milk yogurt)
- Nut butter on toast
Evening meals
- Macaroni and cheese
- Pasta with pesto sauce and olive oil
- Tater tot bake with whole-milk cheese
- Quesadilla with whole-milk cheese
- Creamy chicken fettucine
- Bacon and cheddar quiche
- Turkey burger with sliced avocado
- Spaghetti and meatballs with whole-milk cheese
Meats and fish as the main course of a meal can also be good sources of fat. Some examples include ham, hamburgers, turkey bacon, pork chops, and salmon.
Meats and fish as the main course of a meal can also be good sources of fat. Some examples include ham, hamburgers, turkey bacon, pork chops, and salmon.
Meats and fish as the main course of a meal can also be good sources of fat. Some examples include ham, hamburgers, turkey bacon, pork chops, and salmon.
Adding fat with ease:
Adding fat with ease:
Adding fat with ease:
toppings, add-ins, and on-the-go snacks
toppings, add-ins, and on-the-go snacks
toppings, add-ins, and on-the-go snacks
Toppings
- Pour on olive oil
- Spread on butter
- Sprinkle on sliced almonds or flax seeds
- Melt or grate on whole-milk cheese
- Spread on avocado
Add-ins
- Whole-milk cheese to an omelet
- Whole milk and almonds to oatmeal
- Hard-boiled eggs to a salad
- Canned fish (tuna) to a salad
- Powdered milk into potatoes, soups, and scrambled eggs
On-the-go snacks
- Whole-milk mozzarella string cheese
- Slice of whole-milk cheese pizza
- Hard-boiled egg
- Peanut butter on crackers, apples, or celery
- Whole-milk chocolate pudding
- Strawberry yogurt milkshake
- Whole-milk yogurt with berries
- Avocado toast
- Peanut butter balls
- Cashews, almonds, pistachios, and peanuts
These lists are not intended to be complete. Visit fdc.nal.usda.gov for foods and their fat content.
These lists are not intended to be complete. Visit fdc.nal.usda.gov for foods and their fat content.
These lists are not intended to be complete. Visit fdc.nal.usda.gov for foods and their fat content.
Avoid foods and drinks that contain grapefruit while taking TRIKAFTA because they may affect the amount of TRIKAFTA in your body.
Avoid foods and drinks that contain grapefruit while taking TRIKAFTA because they may affect the amount of TRIKAFTA in your body.
Avoid foods and drinks that contain grapefruit while taking TRIKAFTA because they may affect the amount of TRIKAFTA in your body.
Christian, age 16
F508del/2307insA
Christian, age 16
F508del/2307insA
Christian, age 16
F508del/2307insA
STAYING
ON TRACK
STAYING
ON TRACK
STAYING ON TRACK
WITH TRIKAFTA
WITH TRIKAFTA
WITH TRIKAFTA
What is TRIKAFTA® (elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor and ivacaftor)?
TRIKAFTA is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) in people aged 2 years and older who have at least one copy of the F508del mutation in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene or another mutation that is responsive to treatment with TRIKAFTA.
Talk to your healthcare provider to learn if you have an indicated CF gene mutation.
It is not known if TRIKAFTA is safe and effective in children under 2 years of age.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
What is the most important information I should know about TRIKAFTA?
TRIKAFTA can cause serious liver damage and liver failure. Liver failure leading to transplantation and death has been seen in some people with or without a history of liver problems taking TRIKAFTA.
Your healthcare provider will do blood tests to check your liver:
- before you start TRIKAFTA
- then every month during your first 6 months of taking TRIKAFTA
- then every 3 months during the next 12 months of taking TRIKAFTA
- then at least every year while you are taking TRIKAFTA
What is TRIKAFTA® (elexacaftor/tezacaftor/ivacaftor and ivacaftor)?
TRIKAFTA is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of cystic fibrosis (CF) in people aged 2 years and older who have at least one copy of the F508del mutation in the cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator (CFTR) gene or another mutation that is responsive to treatment with TRIKAFTA.
Talk to your healthcare provider to learn if you have an indicated CF gene mutation.
It is not known if TRIKAFTA is safe and effective in children under 2 years of age.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
What is the most important information I should know about TRIKAFTA?
TRIKAFTA can cause serious liver damage and liver failure. Liver failure leading to transplantation and death has been seen in some people with or without a history of liver problems taking TRIKAFTA.
Your healthcare provider will do blood tests to check your liver:
- before you start TRIKAFTA
- then every month during your first 6 months of taking TRIKAFTA
- then every 3 months during the next 12 months of taking TRIKAFTA
- then at least every year while you are taking TRIKAFTA