What Transports Digested Lipids?
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Approximately 95% of dietary lipids are absorbed in the small intestine, but because they are water-insoluble, they require a specialized transport system. The primary transport vehicles for these digested fats are spherical lipoprotein particles known as chylomicrons. This system is critical for distributing energy and essential nutrients derived from dietary fats throughout the body.
