Essays on Carbohydrate

Carbohydrates, a macronutrient, are the body’s main source of energy. They are found in foods including fruits, vegetables, grains and dairy products and are a major component of a healthy diet. They are a group of organic compounds that contain carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, often in a 2:1 ratio. They…

In the breakdown of carbohydrates, maltose, a disaccharide, is produced. Pancreatic amylase subsequently converts the glycogen and starch into additional disaccharides. The conversion of the disaccharides to monosaccharides is subsequently accomplished with the help of the enzymes sucrase, maltase, and lactase. The monosaccharides are then absorbed and utilised in a…