Question

Sequence of food materials consumed during starvation is?

• A. Carbohydrate - protein - fat
• B. Carbohydrate - fat - protein
• C. Fat - protein - carbohydrate
• D. Protein - fat - carbohydrate

Answer 1

The correct option is B Carbohydrate - fat - protein

During starvation, the body undergoes several biochemical and hormonal changes to make up for the lack of food and hence energy to be able to continue the vital processes needed for existence. the first compound that is used up is all the carbohydrates. Fats are broken down next. Fats get converted into substances which can be used by the body. As protein is the most essential compound of our body, it is given the least preference of being broken down to produce energy.

So, the correct option is 'B'