Digestive enzymes are classified based on their target substrates 1  : proteases and peptidases split proteins into small peptides and amino acids. 2  lipases split fat into three fatty acids and a glycerol molecule. 3  amylases split carbohydrates such as starch and sugars into simple sugars such as glucose.igestive enzymes are secreted by different exocrine glands including: 1  Salivary glands. 2  Secretory cells in the stomach. 3  Secretory cells in the pancreas. 4  Secretory glands in the small intestine.
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