Question

Why is gluconeogenesis so important?

Answer 1

Gluconeogenesis:

1. Gluconeogenesis is the process of production of glucose from non-carbohydrate substrates.
2. Glucose is an essential metabolite as some cells in our body such as erythrocytes and brain cells primarily utilize glucose as the energy source.
3. Gluconeogenesis helps the body to produce glucose in the absence of carbohydrates.
4. It also helps in utilizing glycogen reserves in adipose tissue.
5. Due to these reasons, gluconeogenesis is important.