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How are polysaccharides stored in the body?

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Approximately 600 grams of glycogen, the primary storage polysaccharide, is stored in the human body. This process is vital for energy regulation and involves complex biological mechanisms. The key to understanding this is how are polysaccharides stored in the body, primarily as glycogen, and the critical role of hormones in this process.