Glycogen (Noun)
Meaning
One form in which body fuel is stored; stored primarily in the liver and broken down into glucose when needed by the body.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Glycogen is an essential energy storage form that allows the body to respond quickly to changes in energy demand.
- When we eat a meal, some of the carbohydrates are converted into glycogen and stored in the liver for later use.
- The liver contains about 100 grams of glycogen, which serves as a readily available energy source when glucose levels in the blood drop.
- During intense exercise, the body rapidly breaks down glycogen stored in the muscles and liver to release glucose into the bloodstream.
- After a meal, excess glucose is converted to glycogen and stored in the liver until it is needed to maintain blood sugar levels.