Bile consists mainly of bile acids and \nto a lesser extent by lecithin and other phospholipids and cholesterol. <\/p>
Also present are small amounts of bilirubin \nconjugate, some hormones and the substances taken by the subject. As a result of the \nreabsorption of water in the gallbladder the bile becomes particularly \nconcentrated. The main regulator of gallbladder emptying is the \ncholecystokinin, a hormone secreted by the duodenum in relation to the proportion of \nfats and amino acids taken in through the diet. Bile salts promote \nabsorption in the small intestine of fats introduced through the diet and \nfat-soluble vitamins. Lifestyle can lead to the formation of stones \nOf the biliary tract. Factors favoring the occurrence of the latter include. \nthere is increased cholesterol secretion and hypokinesis of the biliary tract.<\/p>
Diet plays an important role as a cause, but also \nas a prevention of cholelithiasis. <\/p>
Dietary correction has a beneficial influence \nOn the formation of stones. Overweight and obesity can promote \nthe occurrence of stones, so it is very important to reduce excess weight, \nFollowing a healthy diet. It is advisable:<\/p>
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Source: Handbook of Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition by Franco Contaldo et al. <\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"