Define and describe the absorptive state

A) It is the time before a meal when nutrient absorption is occurring, insulin is stimulating glucose uptake, glycogenesis, amino acid uptake, and protein synthesis.
B) It is the time after a meal when nutrient absorption is occurring, insulin is stimulating glucose uptake, glycogenesis, amino acid uptake, and protein synthesis.
C) It is the time before a meal when nutrient absorption is not under way and energy reserves are being used to meet energy demand.
D) It is the time after a meal when nutrient absorption is not under way and energy reserves are being used to meet energy demand.


Answer: B

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