Amylases
Salivary Amylase Activity: A Potential Modulator of Glucose Homeostasis
Researchers have made a significant discovery in understanding the relationship between salivary amylase activity and glucose homeostasis, insulin secretion, and appetite regulation. According to a review published in the Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, salivary amylase, a key enzyme in carbohydrate digestion, has emerged as a potential regulator of metabolic processes.