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3.5: Macronutrient Digestion Review

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The following figures review the digestion of the different macronutrients.

Carbohydrate Digestion

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Figure 3.5.1: Review of carbohydrate digestion1

Query 3.5.1

Protein Digestion

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Figure 3.5.2: Review of protein digestion1

Query 3.5.2

Triglyceride Digestion

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Figure 3.5.3: Review of triglyceride digestion1

Query 3.5.3

Cholesterol Ester and Phospholipid Digestion

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Figure 3.5.4: Review of cholesterol ester and phospholipid digestion1

After digestion, the products below are ready for uptake into the enterocyte.

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Figure 3.5.5: Macronutrient digestion products ready for uptake into the enterocyte

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