Why more are polysaccharides more diffcult to digest than monsaccharides?

Answer 1

Polysaccharides are more difficult to digest than monosaccharides because they are complex carbohydrates composed of long chains of sugar molecules, which require specific enzymes for breakdown. The human digestive system has to work harder to enzymatically hydrolyze these longer chains into simpler sugars before they can be absorbed. In contrast, monosaccharides are already in their simplest form and can be readily absorbed into the bloodstream without further digestion. This complexity of structure and the need for additional enzymatic action make polysaccharides less easily digestible.