normal bodily function

[/ˈnɔːrməl ˈbɒdɪli ˈfʌŋkʃən/]
noun phrasepl: normal bodily functions
função corporal normal
1. any physiological process or activity that occurs naturally in a healthy human or animal body as part of normal biological processes
Digestion is a normal bodily function that helps break down food.
A digestão é uma função corporal normal que ajuda a decompor os alimentos.
2. basic biological activities essential for life, such as breathing, circulation, metabolism, and waste elimination
The medication should not interfere with normal bodily functions.
O medicamento não deve interferir com as funções corporais normais.
This phrase is commonly used in medical, legal, and wellness contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, it frequently appears in pharmaceutical regulations, medical disclaimers, and health education materials. In the USA, it is often encountered in legal documents, medical literature, and consumer product labeling.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
physiological processbiological functionnatural body processvital functionorganic function
Antonyms / Antônimos
dysfunctionabnormal functionpathological conditiondisease

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
função corporal normal
Standard term used in medical and general contexts
São Paulo
função do corpo normal
Alternative phrasing, commonly used in medical literature
Portugal
função corporal normal
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'funcionamento normal do corpo'
Medical Portuguese
processo fisiológico normal
More technical term used in medical contexts

Related Words

metabolismrespirationcirculationdigestionhomeostasisphysiology

Related Idioms & Phrases

in the course of normal bodily functions
to restore normal bodily function
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