Digestion and absorption of carbohydrates begin in the mouth, where the enzyme amylase in saliva starts breaking down starches into smaller sugars. As the food moves to the stomach, carbohydrate digestion pauses due to the acidic environment. In the small intestine, pancreatic amylase resumes the process, breaking down starches into simple sugars like glucose, fructose, and galactose.
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The small intestine’s lining, particularly the villi and microvilli, absorbs these sugars into the bloodstream. From there, they travel to the liver, where glucose is either used for energy or stored as glycogen for later use, supporting the body’s energy needs.
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Table of Content for Digestion And Absorption Of Carbohydrates PPT
- Introduction
- What is Digestion?
- What is Absorption?
- Digestion and Absorption of Carbohydrates
- Digestion and Absorption of Proteins
- Digestion and Absorption of Lipids
- Conclusion
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