Description

Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases refer to a group of disorders that affect the body's ability to utilize nutrients properly, leading to various health complications. These diseases can arise from deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in essential nutrients and can significantly impact overall health and metabolic processes.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that this term may be used in various contexts, including clinical settings and public health discussions. It is important to maintain a formal register and avoid colloquial terms that may confuse the audience. Common variants might include 'trastornos metabólicos' or 'enfermedades por deficiencia', but these should be used cautiously as they may not capture the full scope of the term.

Example Sentences

EN: Patients with Nutritional and Metabolic Diseases often require specialized dietary interventions.

ES: Los pacientes con Enfermedades Nutricionales y Metabólicas a menudo requieren intervenciones dietéticas especializadas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing with 'trastornos alimentarios'; mixing up with 'enfermedades endocrinas'; using informal terms instead of the clinical term.