Tremetol is a metabolic poison found in white snake root. Cows that eat white snake root have high trematol levels in their milk which can poison humans who drink the milk. Termatol inhibits liver enzymes that convert lactic acid to other compounds for metabolism. Why does physical exertion increase symptoms of poisoning by trematol? Answer A. Physical exertion decreases the activity of liver enzymes B. Physical exertion increases the [lactic acid] in the liver C. Physical exertion blocks the release of lactic acid from muscles D. Lactic acid cannot be generated during physical exertion E. During physical exertion, muscle cells run out of glucose