deoxycholic acid

Deoxycholic acid is a natural substance produced by bacteria in the intestine that helps break down and digest fats. It is one of the bile acids, which are made in the liver and stored in the gallbladder, then released into the digestive system to emulsify fats, making them easier to absorb. In medical contexts, synthetic deoxycholic acid is used in injectable treatments to reduce fat deposits beneath the skin, such as double chin fat, by breaking down the targeted fat cells. It plays a key role in normal fat digestion and can be utilized for cosmetic procedures.