Glycerol Glycerol is the skeleton component of triglyceride molecule. When the human body ingests edible fat, the triglycerides in it are metabolized in the body to form glycerol, which is stored in fat cells. Common sense: glycerol, also known as glycerol, is a colorless, tasteless and sweet viscous liquid. The chemical structure of glycerol is completely different from that of carbohydrates, so it does not belong to the same class of substances. The complete oxidation of glycerol per gram can produce 4 kilocalories, which will not change the blood sugar and insulin levels after being absorbed by the human body. Glycerol is a commonly used sweetener and humectant in food processing industry, which is mostly found in sports food and milk substitutes. Glycerol can increase the water content of human tissues, so it can increase the exercise ability of human body in high heat environment. Glycerol moisturizes the skin. Glycerol is usually extracted from oil. Glycerol has a strong hygroscopicity. Pure glycerin can absorb 40% of water, so it can form a thin film on the skin, which has the functions of isolating air and preventing water evaporation, and can also absorb water in the air. Therefore, in winter, people often apply glycerin to the skin surface exposed to air, such as hands and face, which can keep the skin soft and elastic and prevent it from drying due to dust, climate and other damage, thus playing a role in preventing skin frostbite. However, pure glycerol should not be used directly. First, add about 50% clean and cold boiled water to pure glycerol, and stir it evenly before use. Because pure glycerin has strong water absorption, it will not directly moisturize the skin, but will take away the moisture on the skin, making the skin exceptionally dry or chapped; People with obese skin can apply a little glycerin, or add a few drops of glycerin to the water for washing hands and faces to help sebum dissolve. However, if the skin is damaged, glycerin should not be applied again, so as not to irritate the skin and affect wound healing. Glycerol should be stored in glass bottles and tightly plugged to prevent dust and dirt from mixing. Store in a cool place. Glycerol is a sweet colorless syrupy liquid. Glycerol is usually added to food as a sweetener and moisturizing substance to make food smooth and delicious. Glycerol is the skeleton component of triglyceride molecules. When the human body ingests edible fat, the triglycerides in it are metabolized in the body to form glycerol, which is stored in fat cells. Therefore, the end products of triglyceride metabolism are glycerol and fatty acids. Once glycerol and fatty acids are chemically decomposed, glycerol is no longer fat or carbohydrate. Look at the following chemistry books, and you will find that glycerol is different from carbohydrates, just as baseball players are different from football players. Although glycerol can provide calories like other carbohydrates (4.32 kilocalories per gram of glycerol after complete metabolism), their chemical structures are different. It is necessary to point out the side effects of glycerol. Glycerol can increase blood volume and cause dizziness, nausea and other symptoms because of its water-retaining effect. These symptoms are more obvious when the blood volume or blood pressure itself is relatively high, such as pregnancy, hypertension, diabetes, nephropathy and so on. Therefore, please avoid taking glycerol during the above diseases or during special physiological periods such as pregnancy. I suggest that you make a comprehensive assessment of your physical condition before trying any new tonic or medicine, so as to avoid endless troubles. I hope I can help you. Have a nice day!