Cortisol is a glucocorticoid that helps maintain blood glucose levels during fasting by
A) stimulating the synthesis of fatty acids.
B) promoting the conversion of amino acids into proteins in muscle tissues.
C) increasing the glucose-dependent inflammatory response.
D) promoting fat utilization.
E) inhibiting glucose utilization in muscle cells.

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Cortisol promotes fat utilization by stimulating lipolysis, which helps maintain blood glucose levels during fasting by providing alternative energy sources.

Cortisol Is a Glucocorticoid That Helps Maintain Blood Glucose Levels