One reasonable definition of carbohydrates is “polyhydroxy aldehydes and ketones and their derivatives.” Gllyceraldehyde is considered to be the parent of the aldose family of carbohydrates, and glycerol could be considered a derivative of glyceraldehyde.
The Importance of Carbohydrates and Glycogen for Athletes January 17, 2013 By Iñigo San Millán, PhD Dr. Iñigo San Millán uses his insights from working with Tour de France teams and Grand Tour podium riders to remind us that as athletes, carbohydrates and glycogen are still our “gold”.
Is Dextrin a Carbohydrates? Can I take Dextrin with Carbohydrates? 707 patient discussions about Dextrin and Carbohydrates.