Under stress situations (flight or fight response) the body will release glucose for quick energy boost. (idmprogram.com)
The body performs this process to keep extra carbs on hand for quick energy when needed, since this is the easiest way the body can manufacture readily available energy. (leangainsguide.com)
They provide quick energy for the body, which means they're less likely to be stored as fat. (byrdie.co.uk)