The acidic food from the stomach, known as chyme, is prepared for digestion in the small intestine through neutralization and further enzymatic action. As chyme enters the small intestine, it stimulates the release of secretin and cholecystokinin hormones. Secretin induces the pancreas to release bicarbonate, neutralizing the acidic chyme. Simultaneously, cholecystokinin stimulates the pancreas to release digestive enzymes like amylase, lipase, and proteases. These enzymes break down complex carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into simpler forms for absorption. Additionally, bile, produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, is released to emulsify fats, facilitating their digestion by lipase.