2. Brain Food
Glucose is necessary for brain functions as the
body requires it to maintain neurotransmitter
homeostasis and also uses it as fuel.
Neurons are incapable of storing glucose and
depends on a constant supply of glucose from the
bloodstream.
On average the brain uses about 120 grams of
glucose daily
3. Energy
For those who exercise regularly carbohydrates
are necessary as they can be used as suppliers of
quick sources of energy to the muscles that need
it most.
The down side is that too much can be stored in
the body as fat.
4. Muscle Health
Sufficient amounts of glucose is necessary in the
muscles so the body can use it as fuel. If the body
tires and is unable to get fuel from glucose or any
other source, it begins to break down the muscle
fibres to fuel itself.
5. Digestion
Fibre in the body is made up of complex
carbohydrates. These carbs are indigestible and
are used in the intestines as bulkage to hold onto
to push digested materials through the rest of your
insides. This mechanism prevents constipation and
other stomach ailments.
6. Digestion
Fibre in the body is made up of complex
carbohydrates. These carbs are indigestible and
are used in the intestines as bulkage to hold onto
to push digested materials through the rest of your
insides. This mechanism prevents constipation and
other stomach ailments.
