Glucose is a simple sugar which is essential for the body to gain and store energy. Monosaccharides are
broken down component of carbohydrates which cannot be broken down or hydrolyzed
further as they are the littlest form of carbohydrates. They are important
energy source of the body and through ingestion, they can be directly taken in
by the body. As a result, they immediately go to the blood and provide instant
energy. They are building blocks of disaccharides and polysaccharides. Types of
monosaccharides include glucose, fructose and galactose.
