Enzymes are pivotal in both the breakdown and synthesis of carbohydrates. In diabetes management, the focus often falls on enzymes that can influence blood sugar levels. For example, alpha-amylase and alpha-glucosidase are enzymes involved in carbohydrate digestion. Inhibitors of these enzymes, such as acarbose, are used to slow carbohydrate digestion and absorption, thereby reducing postprandial hyperglycemia.
