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Function Of Carbohydrates

Health Encyclopedia: Carbohydrates

Definition

Carbohydrates are one of the main dietary components. This category of foods includes sugars, starches, and fiber.

Alternative Names

Starches; Simple sugars; Sugars; Complex carbohydrates; Diet - carbohydrates; Simple carbohydrates

Function

The primary function of carbohydrates is to provide energy for the body, especially the brain and the nervous system. Your liver breaks down carbohydrates into glucose (blood sugar), which is used for en...

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Expert & Community Posts

Carbohydrates

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...converted quickly when the body needs energy. The primary function of carbohydrates is to meet... Read more »

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The Carbohydrate Brain Fuel Myth

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...of us who have diabetes to a diet far too high in carbohydrates. If the people who say that our... Read more »

Popular Diets Reviewed: The New Atkins Revolution

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...Diet, people are overweight because they eat too many carbohydrate-rich foods. By restricting... Read more »

Weighing In: Proteins, cabohydrates, fats - how much do we need?

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...proteins, cabohydrates and fats requirements. 55% carbohydrates, 15% fats and 30% proteins are... Read more »

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Health Guide

Chromium in diet

... Diet - chromium Function Chromium is important in the metabolism of fats and carbohydrates. Chromium stimulates fatty acid and cholesterol synthesis, which are important for... Read more »

Potassium in diet

...the regulation of the acid-base balance. It assists in protein synthesis from amino acids and in carbohydrate metabolism. It is necessary for the building of muscle and for normal body... Read more »

Thiamine

...thiamine; Deficiency - vitamin B1 Function Thiamine (vitamin B1) helps the body cells convert carbohydrates into energy. It is also essential for the functioning of the heart, muscles,... Read more »

Phosphorus in diet

...phosphorus is in the formation of bones and teeth. It plays an important role in the body's utilization of carbohydrates and fats and in the synthesis of protein for the growth, maintenance, and... Read more »

Diet: liver disease

...the body may build up and affect the brain. In this case, protein may be restricted. Increasing carbohydrates in the diet helps reserve enough glycogen. The body stores carbohydrate in the... Read more »

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Simple carbohydrates

Medications

Precose Oral Uses and How to Use

...Acarbose works by slowing the breakdown of starch (carbohydrates) from the food you eat into... Read more »

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