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Abstract
Classical galactosemia (CG) is an inherited disorder of galactose metabolism treated with a low galactose/lactose diet. Unfortunately, even with pre-symptomatic diagnosis and life-long dietary intervention, patients with CG experience long-term complications including low bone mineral density, poor growth and abnormal body composition. However, muscle strength and the level of physical activity (PA) have not been reported. This project aims to investigate an understudied population by enhancing our understanding of body composition of patients with CG that can contribute to improving practice recommendations and promotion of healthy lifestyles.