Metabolic insufficiency is a condition in which the body doesn’t properly break down the food that is ingested, in order to turn it into the fuel the body needs to function. The food we consume is broken down through the metabolic process, with the essential vitamins and nutrients distributed throughout the body for our organs to function properly, making our metabolism a vital process to our overall health. Metabolic insufficiency will vary from one person to the next, taking on a different form of metabolic disorder depending on how the person’s metabolism is affected.

The appearance of a metabolic disorder can be the result of the natural process of aging, where patients will experience a low basal metabolic rate as they get older. In other cases, the disorder can be the result of an incomplete chemical reaction due to the lack of a specific vitamin or enzyme. Metabolic insufficiency can also occur due to an abnormal chemical reaction that interrupts the normal process, if any of the organs involved in the metabolic process are disturbed by the presence of a disease or due to nutritional deficiencies as a result of poor diet.

Metabolic insufficiency is a type of metabolic disorder. It is typically caused by a lapse in the way that the body metabolizes food that prevents the process from occurring as it normally and naturally should. There are many different causes of a metabolic insufficiency, including the simple process of getting older, with the metabolism naturally slowing down and metabolic disorders becoming more common. It can also be the result of a lifestyle choices, including a lack of adequate physical activity and following a poor diet, both of which can lead to being overweight or obese, which increases the risk of a metabolic disorder.

The metabolic process involves different organs in the body, and if one of these organs isn’t functioning properly, it can disrupt the process, leading to metabolic insufficiency. There are many reasons for this, including genetic pre-disposition, family history of issues, consuming specific foods in large amounts, enzymes and hormones with deficiencies preventing them from functioning properly, and a variety of other factors. Metabolic insufficiency symptoms can be exaggerated when a person is suffering from a condition such as dementia or Alzheimer’s where there are abnormalities affecting the blood supply to the brain.

There are many symptoms of medical conditions that apply to more than one medical ailment, making it potentially difficult to pinpoint which condition is responsible, especially when people have multiple conditions. Metabolic insufficiency is one of those conditions as its symptoms are similar to those of many other medical issues. Symptoms will vary from one person to the next, and can include things like increased thirst, blurred vision, fatigue and frequent urination, which are all typically symptoms of diabetes.

Nervousness, weakness, and fatigue are also potential symptoms of metabolic insufficiency, as well as a number of other conditions. It is important if you are experiencing any new or abnormal symptoms to get them checked out by your doctor. They can potentially rule out some other serious medical conditions while they try to confirm your diagnosis, based on the tests that they are able to perform. Getting a proper diagnosis will ensure that you get the necessary treatment, whether you have a metabolic insufficiency or some other condition that is causing your symptoms.

Your primary care physician is a good place to start for any medical care that you require, as they should be your first point of contact for any issues related to your health. They may refer you to a specialist such as the team at OmniLife Wellness for a more in-depth assessment of your symptoms to determine the cause. OmniLife Wellness does not require a referral for treatment, and prospective patients who are concerned about their overall health and wellbeing can reach out to us directly to book an appointment. We provide treatment for a wide range of issues and concerns, including metabolic insufficiency. For more information, call us today or book an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 8380 Warren Pkwy #100 Frisco TX 75034. We serve clients from Frisco TX, Allen TX, Prosper TX, Addison TX, Plano TX, and Colony TX.