Were Are Proteins First Digested?

Chemical digestion of protein begins in the stomach and ends in the small intestine.

Where are proteins first digested * 1 point?

Chemical protein digestion begins in the stomach and ends in the small intestine. The body recycles amino acids to make more protein.

Where do proteins begin to digest?

Protein digestion begins when you first start chewing. There are two enzymes in your saliva called amylase and lipase. They mostly break down carbohydrates and fats. Once a protein source reaches your stomach, hydrochloric acid and enzymes called proteases break it down into smaller chains of amino acids.

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