glucosa

glucosa

A building block for most carbohydrates. Digestion causes some carbohydrates to break down into glucose. After digestion, glucose is carried in the blood and goes to body cells where it is used for energy or stored.

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Bransch/domän: Fitness
Category: Weight loss
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