1. Salivary Glands: The salivary glands in the mouth produce saliva, which contains salivary amylase. This enzyme begins the breakdown of starch into simpler sugars.
2. Pancreas: The pancreas releases pancreatic amylase into the small intestine. This enzyme continues the digestion of starch that started in the mouth.
3. Small Intestine: While the small intestine itself doesn't produce amylase, it does contain brush border enzymes, which are enzymes embedded in the lining of the small intestine. These enzymes include a small amount of amylase that further assists in starch digestion.
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