Uses
α-Amylase Inhibitor from
Triticum aestivum (wheat seed) has been used to determine its effects on salivary gland (SG) amylase activity. It has also been used to inhibit the activity from the extract from
Bemisia tabaci.
General Description
α-Amylases are endoglycosidases, that are classified into glycosyl hydrolase family 13 (1-3).
Biochem/physiol Actions
α-Amylases can hydrolyze α-(1,4)-D-glycosidic linkages. It participates in the breakdown of starch and glycogen. Inhibiting this enzyme can be used as a strategy to treat dental caries, diabetes, obesity and periodontal diseases.
