Physiology In a seriously ill patient, addition of amino acids indiet results in a positive nitrogen balance. The mechanism for this is : A Increased Growth hormones secretion B Enhanced rate of gluconegenesis C Increased absorption of amino acids from diet D Increased secretion of Insulin. 💡 Explanation In a seriously ill patient, addition of amino acids indiet results in a positive nitrogen balance. The mechanism for this is : ✓ Correct Answer: D. Increased secretion of Insulin.