Metabolic diseases are rare conditions caused by genetic abnormalities that affect the body’s ability to break down certain nutrients (e.g. amino acids). They are usually transmitted by both parents and are usually caused by abnormalities in enzymes that help break down (metabolize) food. Metabolic diseases are usually controlled by following a lifelong diet.

The role of nutrition
Metabolic disease can lead to a build-up of certain harmful substances that, if not controlled, can cause a range of symptoms including impairment in physical and mental development.

For example, people who suffer from the metabolic disease phenylketonuria (PKU) cannot break down the amino acid phenylalanine, leading to a build-up of this amino acid in the brain. Such a buildup can cause long-term health problems, including irreversible brain damage.
Since amino acids such as phenylalanine are the building blocks of the proteins we eat, PKU patients should stick to a low-protein diet and take products containing the essential and non-essential amino acids that our bodies need to function properly.

Nutricia is a market leader in metabolic nutrition and supports a large number of patients with metabolic diseases.

We use our expertise in nutrition to develop high-quality products that help make life a little easier for patients and their families.

Future-oriented research
At Nutricia Metabolics, our vision is to be an important and reliable partner for all people with metabolic diseases and to support them to get the most out of life and realize their dreams. Our research and developments are carried out to the highest possible standard.

We focus on developing products that provide valuable improvements in patient diets, using the latest scientific evidence and insights.

The new Research and Development center in Utrecht offers state-of-the-art facilities, including a test center for small-scale production and pilot laboratories where patients can test our products.

We would like to invite you to take a look at our website  Hellowpro.  In addition to a lot of useful information for you or your child, here you will also find an overview of the products that fit within the diet.