Human Nutrition (The Ileum) Flashcards
1
Q
In what form does food enter the ileum?
A
It is almost fully digested
2
Q
What are carbohydrates digested to?
A
Monosaccharides such as glucose
3
Q
What are digested into monosaccharides?
A
Carbohydrates
4
Q
What are proteins digested into?
A
Amino acids
5
Q
What are digested into amino acids?
A
Proteins
6
Q
What are lipids digested to?
A
Fatty acids and glycerol
7
Q
What are digested into fatty acids and glycerol?
A
Lipids