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Which is the main function of carbohydrates in the body

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The four primary functions of carbohydrates in the body are to provide energy, store energy, build macromolecules, and spare protein and fat for other uses. Glucoseenergy is stored as glycogen, with the majority of it in the muscle and liver.
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