Question

in the absence of carbohydrate and fat, muscles metabolize amino acids for energy. true or false true false

Explanation:

Carbohydrates are the body's preferred energy source. When carbohydrates are unavailable, the body turns to fats. If both carbohydrates and fats are absent, the body will metabolize amino acids (from proteins) for energy. This process is known as gluconeogenesis.

Answer:

True