Question

What would happen if a diet eliminated all carbohydrates?(1 point)
Responses

The body would rely on proteins and fats for quick energy.
The body would rely on proteins and fats for quick energy.

The body’s ability to store long-term energy would decrease.
The body’s ability to store long-term energy would decrease.

The body would use stored fats and proteins for energy, leading to potential muscle breakdown.
The body would use stored fats and proteins for energy, leading to potential muscle breakdown.

The body would stop producing enzymes needed for digestion.

Answer 1

Correct answer: "The body would use stored fats and proteins for energy, leading to potential muscle breakdown."

Explanation: Without dietary carbohydrates the body depletes glycogen and shifts to fat metabolism and gluconeogenesis from amino acids. That can spare some muscle but may also cause muscle protein breakdown, especially early on or with inadequate calories/protein.