The Chemistry of Digestion
Food digestion requires different chemical reactions. These start working as soon as you start to eat or drink. The chemicals involved reduce the food to blocks of nutrients for absorption for use by the body. Every piece of food we eat is composed of fats, carbohydrates (also known as starches) and proteins. These are known as Macronutrients. Each macronutrient must be broken down into their relative chemical compound in order for the body to use…
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