The process of breaking triglycerides down into glycerol and fatty acids is known as .

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The process of breaking triglycerides down into glycerol and fatty acids is known as lipolysis. Lipogenesis is the opposite process, where fatty acids and glycerol are synthesized into triglycerides, typically for the purpose of fat storage. Fat utilization is a broad term that can refer to both lipolysis and beta-oxidation (the breakdown of fatty acids to produce energy). Gluconeogenesis is the process of producing glucose from non-carbohydrate sources, such as amino acids or glycerol.

The Process of Breaking Triglycerides Down into Glycerol and Fatty