You have eaten a large meal that provided an excessive amount of carbohydrates, ketogenic amino acids, and alcohol. What process will your body use to convert these nutrients to a form of energy that can be easily stored?

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Lipogenesis is the process by which acetyl-CoA is converted to fatty acids for storage as fat. After a large meal, especially one high in carbohydrates and ketogenic amino acids, the body converts excess nutrients into fatty acids through lipogenesis. Alcohol metabolism also contributes to acetyl-CoA, which can further be used in lipogenesis.

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