The Digestive Function of Bile

Bile, also known as gall, is the very bitter, greenish-yellowish substance that aids in digestion.

  1. Production

    • Bile is produced by the hepatocytes in the liver.

    Quantity

    • The liver produces in excess of 400 milliliters every day.

    Storage

    • Bile is stored in the gallbladder in between meals.

    Function

    • Bile serves to break down fat and cholesterol in foods and to aid in waste elimination.

    Gallstones

    • When bile fails to breakdown cholesterol, concentrated portions accumulate creating gallstones, which can be very painful, and often require surgical removal.

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