Excessive alcohol consumption can lead to low blood glucose levels because:
A) alcohol destroys any insulin that is produced.
B) alcohol antagonizes the pancreatic beta cells.
C) alcohol blocks the pancreatic release of insulin.
D) alcohol depletes glycogen stores in the liver.
Answer: D) alcohol depletes glycogen stores in the liver.
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