Anita has been feeling extremely tired, shaky, and confused. Her doctor has diagnosed her with low blood sugar (glucose). Discuss why Anita is experiencing these symptoms and what would happen if her blood sugar levels fell to zero.

Anita has been feeling extremely tired, shaky, and confused. Her doctor has diagnosed her with low blood sugar (glucose). Discuss why Anita is experiencing these symptoms and what would happen if her blood sugar levels fell to zero.

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Chapter2: The Human Body In Health And Disease

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