What is carbohydrates main function to the body?

Answer 1

Carbohydrates (often called "Carbs" for short) provide the body with a ready source of energy, although other forms of food such as fats and proteins can also be used for this. When absorbed from the gut and metabolized they provide the glucose that cells convert to energy. The greatest consumer of glucose in the body is the brain.

Answer 2

Carbohydrates need to breakdown in order to provide energy for the body. But eating foods rich in carbohydrates also causes Diabetes and obesity. The secret is eating moderately. Little bit of this and a little bit of that will help you lose weight. The only exception to eat more than 5 servings a day are greens and fruits.

Answer 3

Carbohydrates are mainly used to give your body energy.

Answer 4

To produce energy through the Krebs cycle.

Answer 5

The primary role of carbohydrates is to supply energy to all cells in the body.

Answer 6

to provide energy

Answer 7

Carbs ====> sugar ====> energy