Question

What is an enzyme that begins the digestion of proteins?

Answer 1

The short answer is pepsin.......................................

Answer 2

Protein digestion begins when you first start chewing. There are two enzymes in your saliva called amylase and lipase. They mostly break down carbohydrates and fats. Once a protein source reaches your stomach, hydrochloric acid and enzymes called proteases break it down into smaller chains of amino acids