Question

Which of these happens during the postabsorptive state? which of these happens during the postabsorptive state? glucose is broken down in the liver. fat reserves are built. blood glucose levels are maintained within an adequate range. glycogen is formed?

Answer 1

The correct answer is blood glucose levels are maintained within an adequate range.  

A post-absorptive state is a metabolic period that occurs when gastrointestinal tract is empty. During this state, energy comes from the breakdown of body’s reserves like glycogen, tissue proteins, and some fats(glucose is released). It is important to maintain the blood glucose levels because the brain uses glucose as its main energy source.