Concern goes beyond empathy, in that one does not simply care about another's need but also "depends" on them
Amylase is an enzyme, which are protein molecules that help in the breakdown of complex substances. Enzymes have optimum conditions in which they operate, which also include specific pH ranges. The pH in the stomach is too low for amylase to work in, so amylase is denatured and does not perform its function in the stomach.
The other organ producing amylase is the pancreas.
