Contains amylase (breaks down starch) and lingual lipase (breaks down fat), water, salts, lysozyme (bactericide) and mucin (lubricant).

GASTROINTESTINAL PHYSIOLOGY

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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]

A	Saliva
B	substance P
C	gastric acids
D	None of the above

Explanation:

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is Saliva. Saliva contains an enzyme called Lingual Lipase, which helps in breaking down fats. Our saliva plays a significant role in our digestive system. It also contains enzymes like Amylase and Isozyme.

Detailed explanation-2: -Saliva contains special enzymes that help digest the starches in your food. An enzyme called amylase breaks down starches (complex carbohydrates) into sugars, which your body can more easily absorb. Saliva also contains an enzyme called lingual lipase, which breaks down fats.

Detailed explanation-3: -Saliva contains special enzymes that help digest the starches in your food. An enzyme called amylase breaks down starches (complex carbohydrates) into sugars, which your body can more easily absorb. Saliva also contains an enzyme called lingual lipase, which breaks down fats.

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