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Carbohydrates. The carbohydrates are the compounds which provide energy to living cells. They are compounds of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen with a ratio of two hydrogens for every oxygen atom. The carbohydrates we use as foods have their origin in the photosynthesis of plants.They take the form of sugars, starches, and cellulose.oth starches and cellulose are carbohydrates which are classified as polysaccharides since they are composed of chains of glucose molecules. While they are similar, starches can be used as energy sources by the human body while cellulose cannot.
Carbohydrates: A carbohydrate is an organic compound that consists only of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen. Your body uses carbohydrates (carbs) to give you energy and helps keep everything going. Your body can use carbohydtrates immediately or store it in your liver and muscles for when it is needed.tarch must be broken down through digestion before your body can use it as an energy source. Quite a few foods contain starch and dietary fiber such as breads, cereals, and vegetables. Proteins: Proteins are part of every cell, tissue, and organ in our bodies.