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What is a metabolic crisis?

A Metabolic Crisis is a serious health condition that is caused by low blood sugar and the build-up of toxic substances in the blood.  Signs and symptoms of a metabolic crisis are as follows:

  • Extreme Sleepiness / Lethargy

  • Irritable Mood / Behavior Changes

  • Poor Appetite

  • Nausea

  • Diarrhea

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