Tim has been on a low-fat, no carbohydrate diet for two months. Which of the following would you expect to find in large quantities in his urine?

A) Glucose
B) Lactate
C) Pyruvate
D) Ketone bodies
E) Proteins

Ketone Bodies

Water-soluble molecules produced by the liver from fatty acids during periods of low food intake, carbohydrate restrictive diets, fasting, or prolonged intense exercise.

Carbohydrate Diet

A diet that emphasizes foods high in carbohydrates, such as grains, fruits, and vegetables.

Low-Fat

Refers to foods or diets that contain a reduced amount of fat, especially saturated fat, compared to their standard versions.