Question

which evidence - based claim best explains how the body responds after a person eats a meal high in carbohydrates? a) glucose levels drop and insulin is released to increase sugar levels. b) glucose levels rise and insulin is released to lower sugar levels. c) insulin causes glucose to increase to unsafe levels. d) insulin release stops and blood sugar levels remain constant.

Explanation:

When a person eats a meal high in carbohydrates, the carbohydrates are broken - down into glucose, causing blood glucose levels to rise. The pancreas then releases insulin, which helps cells take up glucose from the blood, thus lowering blood sugar levels.

Answer:

B. Glucose levels rise and insulin is released to lower sugar levels.