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When glucose is converted into energy, it is broken down into pyruvate and then acetyl-CoA. If energy is required, the acetyl-CoA will enter the Citric Acid Cycle and be used to make ATP. However, if you are not active, then the acetyl-CoA is converted into fat for storage.

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Q: Why does too much sugar turn to fat?
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