Metabolic Problems
Leukodystrophies
Leukodystrophy describes a group of more than 50 rare, inherited neurological disorders.
Maple Syrup Urine Disease
People with (MSUD) can’t break down three specific amino acids found in protein-containing foods.
Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Is a rare inherited disorder that causes an amino acid called phenylalanine to build up in the body.
Wilson Disease
is a rare genetic condition that occurs when your body accumulates too much copper, especially in the liver and brain.
Hemochromatosis
Haemochromatosis is an inherited condition where iron levels in the body slowly build up over many years.
Mitochondrial Diseases
Mitochondrial diseases are a group of genetic conditions that affect how mitochondria in your cells produce energy.
Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol)
Hyperlipidemia (high cholesterol) is an excess of lipids or fats in your blood.
Genetic Brain Disorders
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease (CMT) is a group of genetic conditions that affect the nerves connecting the brain and spinal cord to the rest of the body.
Celiac Disease
Is a chronic (long-term) digestive and immune disorder that damages your small intestine.
Celiac Disease
The damage may prevent your body from absorbing vitamins, minerals, and other nutrients from the food you eat.
Lactose Intolerance
Lactose is a type of sugar found in milk and other dairy products.
Lactose Intolerance
An enzyme called lactase is needed by the body to digest lactose.
Gaucher Disease
Gaucher disease is a rare, inherited condition that leads to the buildup of a fatty substance in tissue
Gaucher Disease
This buildup causes damage and dysfunction of tissues and organs. The spleen, liver and bones are most often affected.
Amyloidosis
Amyloidosis is a rare disease that occurs when a protein called amyloid builds up in organs.
Amyloidosis
This amyloid buildup can affect the way organs work.
Metabolic Syndrome
Metabolic syndrome is a group of conditions that increase the risk of heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes.
Metabolic Syndrome
These conditions include high blood pressure, high blood sugar, too much fat around the waist, and high cholesterol or triglyceride levels.
Dehydration
It’s common to get a little constipated if you don’t drink enough water.
Dehydration
Inactivity, diet changes, illness, and even stress can add to the problem.