In addition to all the other problems, why can a person get fat from overdrinking alcohol?
A) Alcohol inhibits carnitine palmitoyltransferase I
B) Ethanol is converted to acetate and then to acetyl-CoA which makes lipids
C) Ethanol converts carbohydrates into lipids
D) none of these

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Ethanol is metabolized into acetate, which can then be converted into acetyl-CoA. Acetyl-CoA is a key molecule in metabolism that can be used for the synthesis of fatty acids, leading to the production of lipids. This process can contribute to fat accumulation if the energy provided by alcohol (and its metabolic products) exceeds the body's energy needs.

In Addition to All the Other Problems, Why Can a Person