amylolytic
/ˌæmɪləˈlɪtɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or causing the breakdown of starch into sugars.
- Saliva contains amylolytic enzymes that begin digesting starches as soon as you chew.
- The amylolytic activity of the yeast helps convert grain starches into alcohol during fermentation.
- Some bacteria produce amylolytic compounds used in industrial food processing.