Excess energy is stored as:
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The question is asking about the forms in which excess energy is stored in the body, specifically looking for a correct answer among several options provided.
Answer
Fat
The final answer is Fat.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is Fat.
More Information
Excess energy intake is stored primarily as fat. This storage allows the body to maintain an energy reserve for times when food intake might be limited.
Tips
A common mistake is to assume that excess energy is stored only as carbohydrates (glycogen). While glycogen is also a storage form, fat is the primary long-term storage form.
Sources
- Overview of Nutrition - Merck Manual Consumer Version - merckmanuals.com
- Building, Burning, and Storing: How Cells Use Food - learn.genetics.utah.edu
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