Outrageously Funny Word Dictionary :: Sialagogic

👉 Sialagogic is a term used in medicine and biology to describe a type of cell that secretes secretions into the salivary glands. These cells are known as sialagogens, which are responsible for producing saliva. Sialagogens help to neutralize acids produced by the stomach, such as hydrochloric acid, and also help to protect the salivary gland from damage caused by foreign substances like bacteria or viruses.

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👉 Sialagogic is a type of salivary gland that produces and secretes an amylase-like enzyme, which is responsible for breaking down starch into simpler sugars. This process is essential for digestion and absorption of nutrients from food. Sialagogic glands are found in the lower jaw bone, the roof of the mouth, and the tongue.

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