Here's why:
* Salivary Amylase: The saliva in our mouths contains an enzyme called salivary amylase. This enzyme starts the process of breaking down starch molecules (long chains of sugars) into smaller sugar molecules.
* Digestion Continues: While the mouth begins the process, the breakdown of starch continues in the small intestine with the help of pancreatic amylase.
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