Glucose is a simple sugar that is readily available in the bloodstream. It's the primary energy source for most of our cells, including our brain, muscles, and red blood cells.
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* Food intake: When we eat carbohydrates, our bodies break them down into glucose.
* Absorption: This glucose is then absorbed into the bloodstream.
* Circulation: The blood carries the glucose to cells throughout the body.
* Cellular energy: Cells use glucose to produce ATP (adenosine triphosphate), the primary energy currency of the body.
If glucose levels are low, the body can also use other energy sources, such as stored glycogen, fat, and even protein. However, glucose is the most efficient and readily available energy source.
