Question

What happens when fat is not digested?

Answer 1

Fat digestion:

1. Fat digestion is a complex process that takes time and requires a functioning liver, pancreas, stomach, small intestine and other digestive enzymes.
2. Among these, bile and pancreatic lipase help in converting fat globules into fat droplets.
3. When the fats are not digested, it leads to various health-related issues, which is due to the lack of energy.
4. This is because fats are filled with energy, which is required for various cellular metabolism.