Biochemistry W6 Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is hunger characterised by
A
- Craving for food
2
Q
What does the hypthalamus contain
A
- Hunger center and satiety center
3
Q
Name the 3 metabolic states
A
- Fed state
-Postabsorptive state
-Prolonged fasting
4
Q
When does the fed state occur + explain the insulin to glucagon ratio
A
During and up to 2-4hpurs afrer a meal
- High insulin to Glucagon
5
Q
Whne does the Postabsorptive state occur + explain the insulin to glucagon ratio
A
-Occurs after 6-12hours of fasting
- Low insulin to glucagon ratio
6
Q
Explain prolonged fasting + explain the insulin to glucagon ratio
A
It is fasting longer than 12 hours
- low insulin to glucagon ratio
