Alongside fat and protein, carbohydrates are one of the three macronutrients in our diet with their main function being to provide energy to the body. They occur in many different forms, like sugars and dietary fiber, and in many different foods, such as whole grains, fruit and vegetables.
The main function of carbohydrates is to provide your body with energy. Carbohydrates are one of three macronutrients in our diet the other two being fat and protein. Carbohydrates are digested and broken down into glucose which than is used to produce ATP in your bodies cells through cellular respiration. Then your cells use it to fuel your body so it can use that energy.
One of the nutrients that is greatly reduced in the process of juicing is fiber. In addition, during the juicing process, some antioxidants may be lost or destroyed in the process.
