Opal is considered the birthstone for people born in October. Famous opals. The Olympic Australis, the world's largest and most valuable gem opal [citation needed], found in Coober Pedy; The Andamooka Opal, presented to Queen Elizabeth II, also known as the Queen's Opal
1 Carbohydrates â are required for energy. 2  Glucose, which is a monosaccharide, is the most essential source of energy in the body. 3  The brain works entirely on glucose alone. 4  When an immediate source of energy is required, glucose is converted into glycogen which is stored in the liver.
Providing energy. Your body uses carbohydrates as its main fuel source. Sugars and starches are broken down into simple sugars during digestion. They're then absorbed into your bloodstream, where they're known as blood sugar (blood glucose). From there, the glucose enters your body's cells with the help of insulin.roviding energy. Your body uses carbohydrates as its main fuel source. Sugars and starches are broken down into simple sugars during digestion. They're then absorbed into your bloodstream, where they're known as blood sugar (blood glucose). From there, the glucose enters your body's cells with the help of insulin.