Chapter 30, Problem 30.45P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The given statement should be explained:

All nutrients in excess can turn into fat, but can not be turned into carbohydrate.

Concept Introduction:

In the human body, digestion of carbohydrates, proteins and fats take place in the intestine. In the intestine they are broken down into their basic units. Here, carbohydrates as the name suggest are made up of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen. They are broken down into sugars, proteins break down into amino acids and fats into fatty acids and glycerol. Excess energy is typically converted and stored as fat.