During prolonged periods of fasting the CNS acquires the ability to use__________for energy, thereby freeing it from some of its dependence on glucose.

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During prolonged periods of fasting the CNS acquires the ability to use__________for energy,  thereby freeing it from some of its dependence on glucose.

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During prolonged periods of fasting, the central nervous system (CNS) can adapt to use ketones for energy. This adaptation helps reduce the CNS's reliance on glucose. Ketones are produced from the breakdown of fats when carbohydrate availability is low, such as during fasting.

During Prolonged Periods of Fasting the CNS Acquires the Ability