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The compound that regulates the metabolism, synthesis, and breakdown of carbohydrates and energy is not a single compound, but rather a complex system of regulatory enzymes and metabolites. The important metabolites involved in the regulation of carbohydrate metabolism include ATP, NADH, glucose-6-phosphate, citrate, and fructose-2,6-bisphosphate. Hormones released from the pancreas, such as insulin and glucagon, also play a role in regulating carbohydrate metabolism. The regulation of carbohydrate metabolism is a complex process that involves feedback inhibition or stimulation of regulatory enzymes by various metabolites. |
