3.6-3.7 Flashcards
What enzymes break down carbohydrates?
Carbohydrases
What is the most common carbohydrates that we eat?
Starch
How is Starch broken down in your mouth?
It is broken down into sugars in your mouth and small intestines.
What is the digesting carbohydrates called?
This reaction is catalysed by an enzyme called amylase
What digest proteins?
Catalysed by protease enzyme.
How are Proteases made up of?
Proteases are produced by your stomach , your pancreas and your small intestine.
Where does protein breakdown?
The breakdown of proteins into amino acids takes place in your stomach and small intestine.
What are protein foods?
Meat,fish and chesse
What are fats made of?
Fats and oils
What are lipids broken down into?
Fatty acids and glycerol in the small intestine.
What are fats catalysed by?
Lipase enzymes made in your pancreas and small intestine.
