All of the following take place during the absorptive state except

A) ketone bodies begin to form.
B) blood glucose levels rise.
C) estrogen promotes protein synthesis.
D) insulin stimulates triglycerides.
E) aerobic metabolism provides increased synthesis of blood lipid levels.


Answer: A

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