Sodium Cholate (BioDeep_00000821206)

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Digestion and Absorption of Fats: Bile acids are crucial for the digestion and absorption of dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, and K) in the small intestine. They achieve this by emulsifying large fat droplets into smaller droplets, increasing the surface area for action by lipase, an enzyme that breaks down fats.
Cholesterol Metabolism: Bile acids are synthesized from cholesterol in the liver. They play a key role in cholesterol homeostasis by facilitating the excretion of cholesterol from the body. This process is important for regulating blood cholesterol levels.
Bile Formation: Bile acids are a major component of bile, which is produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder. Bile is released into the small intestine to aid in the digestion and absorption of fats.
Hormone-like Functions: Bile acids can act as signaling molecules, influencing various metabolic processes through activation of nuclear receptors such as the farnesoid X receptor (FXR) and the G protein-coupled bile acid receptor 1 (GPBAR1, also known as TGR5).
Lipid Solubility: Bile acids are amphipathic molecules, meaning they have both hydrophobic and hydrophilic regions. This property allows them to solubilize lipids and lipid-soluble substances, aiding in their transport and absorption.
Microbial Metabolism: In the intestine, bile acids can influence the composition of the gut microbiota by affecting the growth of different bacterial species. The gut microbiota, in turn, can modify bile acids, influencing their function and the overall metabolic state of the host.

D005765 - Gastrointestinal Agents > D001647 - Bile Acids and Salts
D005765 - Gastrointestinal Agents > D002793 - Cholic Acids

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