**Bile secretion** is the process of releasing bile from the liver into the small intestine. Bile is produced by the gallbladder and contains special substances that help digest fats.
Bile secretion is of great importance for the body, as it helps digest fatty foods and prevent the development of various diseases. However, if bile flow is impaired, this can lead to serious consequences. For example, if bile secretion is impaired, cholelithiasis (gallstones) can develop, which can cause serious pain and inflammation in the bile ducts.
How does bile secretion work? The gallbladder is located in the upper right side of the abdomen and contains bile, which is secreted through the biliary tract. When food enters the intestines, it passes through the stomach, where gastric juices are secreted. Next, the bile in the gallbladder is activated when the stomach is filled with food. This happens because the stomach has many receptors that respond to the stretching of its walls.
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