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Which of the following nutrients begin to digest in mouth starch protein fats or vitamins?

Starch.

Starch is a type of carbohydrate that begins to digest in the mouth. The enzyme amylase, which is produced by the salivary glands, breaks down starch into smaller sugars, such as maltose and glucose. These sugars are then absorbed into the bloodstream through the walls of the small intestine.

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