A friend says he is on the "keto diet" and eats no carbohydrates.His body converts his dietary protein to glucose through ________.

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Gluconeogenesis is the process by which the body converts non-carbohydrate sources, such as dietary proteins or fats, into glucose to maintain normal blood sugar levels. In a person on a ketogenic diet who is consuming very low amounts of carbohydrates, the body will rely on gluconeogenesis to meet its glucose needs. This process occurs primarily in the liver and kidneys.

A Friend Says He Is on the "Keto Diet" and Eats