Question

What are the 3 main digestive enzymes?

Answer 1

Digestive enzymes:

1. Digestive enzymes are the enzymes that break down polymeric macromolecules into smaller building blocks to facilitate their absorption by the body.
2. The three digestive enzymes are amylase, lipase, and protease.
3. Amylase: Carbohydrates(starch) are broken down into sugar molecules by this enzyme. Amylase is a digestive enzyme produced mostly by the pancreas and salivary glands, with minor amounts detected in other organs.
4. Lipase: It breaks down fats in conjunction with liver bile. Lipase deficiency causes a deficiency in fat-soluble vitamins such as A, D, E, and K. Lipase is a digestive enzyme that is made largely in the pancreas and is not found in food.
5. Protease: Proteins are broken down into amino acids by this enzyme. It also aids in the elimination of bacteria, yeast, and protozoa from the intestines. A lack of protease in the intestines might cause allergies or poisoning.