During Fasting or Starvation, the Brain

question 45

Multiple Choice

During fasting or starvation, the brain:

• A) converts endogenous fatty acids into β-hydroxybutyrate.
• B) utilizes β-hydroxybutyrate from the blood stream.
• C) utilizes amino acids for fuel from degradation of brain protein.
• D) utilizes its glycogen stores as a first responding source of fuel.
• E) all of the above.