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Functions of simple carbohydrates

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Anonymous

14y ago
Updated: 8/17/2019

Simple carbohydrates are for storing energy. They are Breads noodles and things of that nature. They store energy well but lipids (fats) are much better, up to 3x more stored enegry.

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