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Carbohydrates that enter the body as food are broken down into glucose, which the body uses for energy in every cell of the body.
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∙ 14y agoTe body turns carbohydrates into sugars in the body which is why diabetics have to watch their carbohydrate intake.
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What macromolecule will the body break down second to get a TP?
The body will break down carbohydrates second to get a TP.
Into what substance do most carbohydrates break down during digestion?
Carbohydrates are broken down into glucose in your body.
Why is insulin released?
to break down carbohydrates/glucose in the blood/ body
What does the body need to break down and use sugar and carbohydrates?
insulin
What do you use managanese ore for?
It helps your body break down fats, carbohydrates, and proteins
Vitamins and minerals help the body use and break down?
carbohydrates , proteins, and fat
Does sugar break down to carbohydrates?
Sugars are carbohydrates. Table surgar is a specific type of carbohydrate that will break down into simpliar carbohydrates
What does the stomach do to the food?
The stomach mixes the food with acid which helps to break down the proteins and complex carbohydrates so the body can utilize them.
Why does body need carbohydrates?
The body needs carbohydrates as a source of energy. Carbohydrates are converted into glucose, which is a form of sugar, the body uses to support the function of the muscles and brain.
Why are fats so difficult for the body to breakdown?
fats are more complex than other forms of carbohydrates so it take more energy for the body to break them down, so generally if it doesn't need to it doesn't break them down if your body needs the energy it will break down the fats
Do carbohydrates breakdown sugar?
No, enzymes break carbohydrates down into sugar.
Why is more energy required for the body to process complex carbohydrates than simple carbohydrates?
Because it takes energy to break down complex carbs into a form the body can use to make ATP.
