Hello! I'm Alpha Amylase!

I am Alpha Amylase, you can call me (AA).While many of my kind are found in the esophagus and small intestine, I,  specifically, reside in the salivary glands of the mouth. Check me out! I'm one of the major enzymes in the mouth cavity, which believe me, is a pretty big deal. I make up around 10%-20% of the protein content of saliva, so I can tell you just about anything. What I am most knowledgeable about, is the levels of your short-term stress. I contain biomarkers from your DNA that can helped you detect wether you need to slow down a little. It is important to take a breather from day-to-day stressors, because high levels of stress are dangerous for your well-being.