The events that occur in the postabsorptive state collectively
A)decrease fat metabolism.
B)maintain blood glucose levels.
C)interconvert proteins to fats.
D)assure adequate lipogenesis.
E)maintain protein levels.

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The postabsorptive state refers to the period of time after the absorption of nutrients from a meal has ceased. During this state, the body must maintain stable blood glucose levels in order to provide energy for cellular processes. To achieve this, the liver undergoes gluconeogenesis (the creation of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources such as amino acids and fatty acids) and releases glucose into the bloodstream. This process helps to counteract the decrease in circulating glucose levels that occurs after a meal.

The Events That Occur in the Postabsorptive State Collectively