23. Marasmus is the medical term for the condition that results from overall cal

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23. Marasmus is the medical term for the condition that results from overall calorie starvation. In developed countries like the US, it is relatively uncommon. However, there is a common psychological illness, anorexia nervosa that results in the same symptoms and problems as marasmus. Both conditions result in high ratios of glucagon to insulin. Having a high ratio of glucagon to insulin would do which of the following in most healthy people?

Promote mobilization of fatty acids from adipose tissue

Result in increased glycogen storage by the liver

Stimulate -oxidation by inhibiting the production of malonyl-CoA

Lead to increased concentrations of ketone bodies in the blood

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A high ratio of glucagon to insulin leads to

Promote mobilization of fatty acids from adipose tissue

Result in increased glycogen storage by the liver

Stimulate -oxidation by inhibiting the production of malonyl-CoA

Lead to increased concentrations of ketone bodies in the blood (Like in fasting or starvation)

The above four conditions are correct for the given question.

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