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Why are enzymes important

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Enzymes are proteins that control the speed of chemical reactions in your body. Without enzymes, these reactions would take place too slowly to keep you alive. Some enzymes, like the ones in your gut, break down large molecules into smaller ones
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They help break down food particles to get energy and provide nutrients for the cells

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