Here's why:

* Amylase is an enzyme that breaks down starch into simpler sugars.

* Starch is a complex carbohydrate found in many foods, particularly grains, potatoes, and other starchy vegetables.

Where does starch come from?

* Plants: Plants produce starch as their primary energy storage molecule.

* Animals: Animals obtain starch from their diet by consuming plant-based foods.

Types of Amylase

* Salivary Amylase: Found in saliva, begins the digestion of starch in the mouth.

* Pancreatic Amylase: Produced by the pancreas, continues the digestion of starch in the small intestine.

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