Description: This mind map summarizes the key steps involved in metabolism of carbohydrates in humans
Carbohydrate Metabolism
Starts in Mouth - Salivary Amylase
- mylose and amylopectin -> dextrins and maltose
Stomach - Acidic - No breakdown but Chyme prepared
Liver
- Galactose ->Glucose
- Fructose - smaller units
- Stores Glucose as Glycogen
- Export back to blood
Small Intestine
- Intestinal Enzymes
- Pancreatic Amylase
- Distribution of monosaccharides via membranes