In normal cases, the stomach and intestines are responsible for digestion of the foods carbohydrates into a simple sugar known as glucose. Glucose serves as the bodys primary energy source. Post digestion, glucose enters the bloodstream to provide energy to various parts of the body. Pancreas produces a hormone known as insulin. In order to transport the glucose from the blood to the cells, insulin is needed. Individuals suffering from diabetes produce insufficient insulin. Alternatively, the cells fail to utilize insulin. This causes glucose levels to increase in the blood, causing high...
In normal cases, the stomach and intestines are responsible for digestion of the foods carbohydrates into a simple sugar known as glucose. Glucose ser...