B2: Digestive System

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• Turn starch into sugar

1. Amylase in mouth

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• Protein into amino acids

1. Pepsin in stomach

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• Fat into glycerol and fatty acids

1. HPL made in pancreas, works in small intestine

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• Contain friendly bacteria Functional food have a health claim

1. Lactobacillus
2. Bifiobacteria

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• Act as food for beneficial gut bacteria

1. Oligosaccharides

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   • Can't digest Natural sources: tomatoes, asparagus, bananas  Also available in capsule medication

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• Oily substances found in plants Decrease risk of heart disease by lowering cholestorol