Amylolytic

/ˌæmɪloʊˈlɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or capable of breaking down starch into simpler sugars.

Etymology

From amylolysis + -ic (having the quality of); describing enzymes or substances that perform starch breakdown.

Kelly Says

Amylolytic enzymes like amylase are literally in your saliva right now, ready to start digesting starches the moment you take a bite—nature gave you biological scissors for carbohydrates.

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