What is the fate of any enzymes that are present in the foods we eat?

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Enzymes that are present in the foods we eat are typically broken down (hydrolyzed) in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract by digestive enzymes, such as proteases, lipases, and amylases, into their constituent amino acids, fatty acids, and sugars. These individual molecules are then absorbed by the small intestine and transported to the liver and other tissues to be used as energy sources, building blocks for new proteins, or for storage. Some small amounts of intact enzymes may also pass through the GI tract and be excreted in the stool, although this is not a significant route of enzyme removal from the body.

What Is the Fate of Any Enzymes That Are Present