HUMAN NUTRITION

NUTRITION

DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which one of the following is not produced in the pancreas?
A
Lipase
B
Pepsin
C
Trypsin
D
Insulin
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Pepsin in not present in pancreatic juice . It is secreted by the peptic cells of the stomach.

Detailed explanation-2: -Origin: Pepsin is the chief digestive enzyme in stomach, which is produced by the gastric gland in stomach and is a component of gastric juice, while trypsin in produced by the pancreas and is a component of pancreatic juice.

Detailed explanation-3: -Between meals, the pancreas does not produce insulin and this allows the body to gradually release stores of energy back into the blood as they are needed. Glucose levels remain very stable in the blood at all times to ensure that the body has a steady supply of energy.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lipase. This enzyme works together with bile, which your liver produces, to break down fat in your diet. Protease. This enzyme breaks down proteins in your diet. Amylase. This enzyme helps break down starches into sugar, which your body can use for energy.

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