The Distal Ileum Absorbs Bile Acids and Vitamin B12
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The human body is remarkably efficient at recycling vital compounds, with about 95% of secreted bile salts being reabsorbed in a continuous loop. A specific section of the small intestine, the distal ileum, is responsible for absorbing bile acids and vitamin B12, making it a critical hub for these distinct but equally important processes.
