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Top 3 Sources of Blood Glucose | Carbohydrate Metabolism

The following points highlight the top three sources of blood glucose. The sources are: 1. From Carbohydrates of the Diet 2. From Various Glucogenic Compounds 3. From Liver Glycogen by Glycogenolysis. Blood Glucose: Source # 1. From Carbohydrates of the Diet: a. Most carbohydrates in the diet after digestion form glucose, galactose or fructose which are absorbed into the portal [...]

By A. Taneja|2016-07-30T17:20:06+00:00July 30, 2016|Carbohydrate Metabolism|Comments Off

Endocrine Influences on Carbohydrate Metabolism

The following points highlight the seven major endocrine influences on metabolism of carbohydrates. The endocrine influences are: 1. Insulin 2. Adrenocortical Hormones 3. Anterior Pituitary Factors 4. Epinephrine 5. Thyroid Hormone 6. Glucagon 10. Sex Hormones. 1. Insulin: a. Causes glucose transport across cell membrane by increasing the permeability of the cells. b. Increases glycogen formation in liver and muscle [...]

By A. Taneja|2016-07-30T17:20:05+00:00July 30, 2016|Carbohydrate Metabolism|Comments Off