In patients with severe hyperglycemia, fat may supply up to ____ percent of kcalories.

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In patients with severe hyperglycemia, fat may supply up to 50% of kcalories. This is because when the body is not able to use glucose for energy, it turns to fat for fuel through a process called ketosis. This is why a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet (such as the ketogenic diet) is often recommended for individuals with certain medical conditions, such as epilepsy or type 2 diabetes.

In Patients with Severe Hyperglycemia, Fat May Supply Up to ____