The digestion of ___ begins in the mouth and continues in the small intestine where the large molecules are broken down into ___.

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The digestion of carbohydrates begins in the mouth with the enzyme amylase breaking down starches into simpler sugars. This process continues in the small intestine where carbohydrates are ultimately broken down into monosaccharides, which can be absorbed by the body.

The Digestion of ___ Begins in the Mouth and Continues