The DNL pathway is a metabolic adaptation that allows bees to convert readily available carbohydrates into lipids, supporting their unique physiological needs, including: Fat Body
Vital Nutrient Storage for Lean Periods Carbohydrates stored in the form of honey act as a vital energy reserve during nectar dearths or winter months
Hormone Production & Development Sterols, particularly 24-methylenecholesterol, are vital precursors for the production of ecdysteroids, the hormones that regulate molting, development, and reproduction in bees.
