digestion of complex carbohydrates
Digestion of complex carbohydrates refers to the process by which large and complex carbohydrate molecules, such as starch and fiber, are broken down into smaller, simpler sugars, such as glucose, in the digestive system, so that they can be absorbed and utilized by the body for energy.
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