Could you please tell me about 10 names of enzymes in our body complete with their place and function?

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10 enzymes, no less.

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Answer 1

Protease: Breaks down protein into amino acids. Acts on pathogens such as bacteria, viruses, and even cancerous cells. Works best in the high acidity of the stomach but is also found in the pancreatic and intestinal juices.

Amylase: Breaks down complex carbohydrates (starches) into simpler sugars such as dextrin and maltose. Amylase is secreted by the salivary glands and the pancreas, and is also found in the intestines.

Lipase: Along with bile from the gallbladder, breaks down fats and the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K. It is helpful in losing weight and for treating cardiovascular conditions.

Cellulase: Breaks down the cellulose found in fruits, vegetables, grains, and seeds. It can increase nutritional value of fruits and vegetables, but foods high in cellulose must be chewed well to allow cellulase to do its work, preventing putrefaction, bloating and gas.

Pectinase: Breaks down pectin-rich foods such as citrus fruits, apples, carrots, beets, and tomatoes.

Lactase: Breaks down lactose, the complex sugar in milk products - ideal for lactose-intolerant individuals. The production of lactase usually decreases with age.

Cathepsin: Breaks down animal protein.

Antioxidants: Protect from negative effects of free radicals, highly reactive compounds that can damage almost any cell in the body. Free radicals are caused by environmental toxins, such as radiation, pesticides, pollution, as well as high-fat diets, too much sun, and even as a natural product of living.

Bromelain: Breaks down proteins found in plants and animals. It can help the body to fight cancer, improve circulation, and treat inflammation. After a musculoskeletal injury it can reduce inflammation as well as, or even better than, any anti-inflammatory drug. Bromlain is said to improve the effect of some antibiotics. It assists in the absorption of nutrients from foods and supplements, reduces swelling after dental surgery, and helps to prevent the narrowing of arteries which contributes to heart problems.

Papain: Breaks down food protein and aids the body in digestion.

Glucoamylase: Breaks down maltose, the sugar in all grains, into two glucose molecules allowing greater absorption of this energy-saving sugar.

Invertase: Helps to assimilate and utilize sucrose, a sugar that can contribute to digestive stress if not properly digested.

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