Oxidation of which of the following substances in the body yields more amount of calories?

Glucose

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Glycogen

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Protein

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Lipids

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Solution

The correct option is D Lipids
Oxidation refers to the direct breakdown of nutrients for energy. Fats or lipids have the highest energy content of 9 kcal/gm while proteins and carbohydrates have 4 kcal/gm.
Therefore, the correct answer is option D.

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