Digestion and Absorption of Carbohydrates

Description: This mind map summarizes the key steps involved in metabolism of carbohydrates in humans


  • Carbohydrate Metabolism

    • Starts in Mouth - Salivary Amylase

      1. mylose and amylopectin -> dextrins and maltose 
    • Stomach - Acidic - No breakdown but Chyme prepared

    • Liver

      1. Galactose ->Glucose
      2. Fructose - smaller units
      3. Stores Glucose as Glycogen
      4. Export back to blood
    • Small Intestine

      1. Intestinal Enzymes
      2. Pancreatic Amylase
      3. Distribution of monosaccharides via membranes

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