

Got A Gallbladder Problem? There Are Natural Alternatives To Surgery
Gallbladder problems are common. Every day we receive dozens of calls and emails from people seeking help for their gallbladder condition. Between 10 and 15 percent of Americans will develop a gallbladder problem at some point in their life.
Gallbladder surgery is big business. It is one of the most commonly performed hospital procedures. In many cases, patients are rushed into surgery prematurely, when a more natural solution exists. In many cases, diet changes and nutritional supplements can restore the health of the gallbladder, preventing the need for surgery. Of course this depends on how severe the problem is and how long the gallbladder has been unwell.
Unfortunately gallbladder removal leaves some patients much worse off. Some people experience chronic discomfort and digestive problems after losing their gallbladder. The risk of developing liver problems is also higher in those who have had their gallbladder removed.
Luckily there are ways to overcome these problems, but ideally you would keep your gallbladder and dissolve any stones naturally.
What are gallstones?
Gallstones form when bile stored in the gallbladder hardens into stone-like objects. This process usually takes years. In fact the estimated growth rate of gallstones is approximately 2 millimetres per year.
Normal bile is made up of a combination of water, cholesterol, lecithin, other fats, bile acids, bilirubin, waste products and proteins. If the concentration of cholesterol in the bile becomes too high, relative to bile acids, cholesterol can precipitate out and form stones. Gallstones can be as small as a grain of sand or as large as a golf ball.
There are several types of gallstones:
- Cholesterol stones
- Pigment stones - these are formed from calcium bilirubinate (a component of bilirubin) and appear black or brown.
- Mixed stones - some people have both types of stones in their Gallbladder
Cholesterol stones are by far the most common type, accounting for 80 percent of all gallstones. They are made of hardened cholesterol and look yellow-green in color.
Common symptoms of gallstones
Gallstones are incredibly common, and many people do not realize they have them.
The most common signs and symptoms of gallbladder dysfunction include:
- Indigestion, particularly after eating rich fatty meals or dairy products
- Abdominal bloating or a feeling of excessive fullness after meals.
- Reflux or heartburn, also known as GERD
- Diarrhea or loose, urgent stools after some foods
- Abdominal cramps or other pain after a meal
- Discomfort behind the right shoulder blade, or top of the right shoulder
- Moody, irritable disposition
- Low tolerance to alcohol
- Sweating feet or excess sweating in the body in general
- Bad breath and coated tongue
- Fatigue after eating.
Natural ways to help overcome gallbladder problems
- Include plenty of foods specific for helping the liver and gallbladder function. They include beets and beet leaves, fresh green leafy herbs such as are mint, parsley, cilantro and arugula.
- Increase the amount of sulfur rich foods in your diet, such as garlic, broccoli, cabbage and Brussels sprouts.
- Taking digestive enzymes at the beginning of your meals may reduce symptoms. A good digestive enzyme supplement will combine enzymes with betaine hydrochloride (hydrochloric acid) and ox bile.
- Some people need additional ox bile. If you have several stones in your gallbladder, or very large stones, or if your gallbladder is inflamed, you are probably not secreting enough bile into your intestines each time you eat. That can cause indigestion, feeling unwell after oily meals and it can lead to a deficiency of essential fatty acids. Taking ox bile with each meal can help to reduce these symptoms, and it can help to soften gallstones and reduce their size.
- Take a good liver tonic twice daily; ensure it contains St Mary’s Thistle, dandelion root, globe artichoke and the sulphur bearing amino acid taurine.
- Find out if you have any food sensitivities. In the vast majority of cases, food intolerance aggravates gallbladder problems. The most common problematic foods are gluten, wheat, dairy products, eggs, soy and nuts. You can try an elimination diet or you can see a naturopath or nutritionist to help you identify problem foods and come up with alternatives.
- Sip one tablespoon of organic apple cider vinegar mixed in a quarter of a glass of warm water before meals.
- Increase your intake of omega 3 fatty acids – Suitable sources are oily fish, good quality fish oil supplements, walnuts, flaxseeds, chia seeds and hemp seeds. Keep oils in the fridge.
- Another healthy fat to include in your diet is organic, cold pressed coconut oil. It is mostly comprised of medium chain fatty acids, which do not stress your gallbladder because they do not require bile for their digestion.
The above statements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any disease.
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Gallstones are very common and many do not cause problems or symptoms. Perhaps your gallstone does not cause you problems as you did not describe any symptoms. To dissolve the gallstone I recommend you take N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC) in a dose of one or two capsules twice day in between meals with a whole large glass of water. To make your bile a better quality and to detox your liver, add LIVATONE PLUS 2 capsules twice day.
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Best wishes
Dr Sandra Cabot
Please read the article at the following link, and keep for future reference,https://www.liverdoctor.com/natural-remedies-for-gallstones/.
Please also check out Dr Cabot's recent videos on the gallbladder, especially this one:https://www.liverdoctor.com/gallbladder-series-part-4-gallstones-in-the-gallbladder-cholelithiasis/
To dissolve gall stones, boost liver health and your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
‘Raw Juices Can Save Your Life’ contains therapeutic juices to stimulate liver function and, with it, bile production.
Livatone Plus – 1 cap twice daily for 2 weeks and then increase to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 cap twice daily for 2 weeks and then increase to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. NAC should be taken with a whole glass of water away from food. Do not take just before retiring to bed. NAC can be strong on the stomach, and this is why you need to take it with a whole glass of water.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind regards,
Jessah Shaw
Nutritionist
I had a HIDA scan done and my gallbladder never showed up during the whole 4 hour test. I don't have typical gallbladder pain attacks, but I do have terrible digestion (stomach pain, left sided rib pain, constipation). I have 1 or 2 large gallstones (over an inch on 1) that show on CT scan, so I assume they are calcified. One is reported to be in the neck of my gallbladder.
I would also assume since my gallbladder never lit up on the scan that I have a nonexistent ejection fraction? My question would be does that mean I have biliary dyskinesia? I know bile is made in the liver and stored in the gallbladder. I have mild fatty liver, by the way.
Is there a way to dissolve these stones? And if they dissolve, will my gallbladder work again since bile could flow through? Or am I dealing with a production problem in the liver? I have tried digestive enzymes before. They contained ox bile and Hydrochloric acid too. I couldn't take them, as they caused intense burning in my stomach. Please advise. Thank you
You have a non-functional gall bladder and having your gall bladder out may not fix the symptoms. You have no ejection of bile from your gall bladder. Biliary dyskinesia is part of non functional gall bladder.
It is good to reverse fatty liver and this is not hard - I have lots of videos on fatty liver.
Have you tried intermittent fasting?
Have you watched all videos on gall bladder problems on www.liverdoctor.com and on you tube? These videos tell you what to do exactly.
You are very sensitive which means you have gastritis and leaky gut.
You would benefit from my ULTIMATE GUT HEALTH POWDER one teaspoon twice daily in water inbetween meals. It heals leaky gut and gastritis.
I also recommend LIVATONE PLUS 2 capsules twice day with meals to get your liver making healthy bile.
To dissolve gall stones I recommend MAGNESIUM ULTRAPOTENT POWDER 1/2 tsp twice day in water.
NAC can also dissolve gall stones but is strong on stomach and must be taken with a whole glass of water.
Dissolving the stones may not fix the problem as many people have asymptomatic gallstones.
If the neck of your gall bladder is blocked, you will have intense acute pain, and eventually fever from infection so I doubt it is totally blocked.
Drink lots of water and watch the videos.
Best wishes
Dr Sandra Cabot
www.liverdoctor.com
1 623 334 3232
Please check out Dr Cabot's recent videos on the gallbladder which covers all the different aspects of gallbladder health and the different issues that can arise:https://www.liverdoctor.com/category/videos/page/2/
Please read the article at the following link, and keep for future reference,https://www.liverdoctor.com/natural-remedies-for-gallstones/.
To dissolve gall stones, boost liver health and your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
‘Raw Juices Can Save Your Life’ contains therapeutic juices to stimulate liver function and, with it, bile production.
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. As you will see from the attached pamphlet this supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind regards,
Jessah Shaw
Nutritionist
I just had HiDA scan and this is my result
Below normal GBEF of 21%. This may be indicative of biliary dyskinesia in the appropriate clinical setting.
I’m only 28 years old and I don’t want to remove my gallbladder. Can you please advise me how to manage my pain. I have lost so much weight and I think this is the reason behind it.
Watch my video on gallbladder dyskinesia
It covers everything
You need a healthy diet
You can be helped by Magnesium Ultrapotent Powder one tsp daily and LIVATONE PLUS 4 capsules daily
You can take ox bile capsule in middle of meal
Check your pancreas with doctor as you may have pancreatic insufficiency - very important to check
Cheers
Dr Sandra Cabot
www.liverdoctor.com
I have seen much worse than 27%
I would try the diet in my gallbladder videos - watch it carefully. (no sugar or processed foods, no deep fried foods)
Also you need LIVATONE PLUS 2 Capsules twice daily with meals and OX BILE capsules one in middle of every meal that contains fat.
NAC (N-Acetyl-Cysteine) is essential - take one NAC Capsule twice daily inbetween meals with a large glass of water- after 2 weeks increase to two capsules twice daily
Let me know how you go.
Dr Sandra Cabot
www.liverdoctor.com
The tracer used is of a minimal dose and you can ask your doctor if there is likely to be any associated side effects for your thyroid.
Dr. Cabot has written many books and you may be interested in herhttps://www.liverdoctor.com/products/books/save-your-gallbladder.html and Thyroid titles.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
So long story short I have a low functioning gallbladder 2% to be exact. Doctors encourage surgery, but I have heard horror stories on removal. Anyway, I have had issue after issues this has been on going for several years. I just wanted to reach out and see what I should do? I know you have supplements any suggestions on what to take and also, would diet change help? I definitely do not want surgery so advice will be helpful. Thank you.
Lacey
if you have pain you may need surgery, BUT if your pain/discomfort is mild or non-existant you can try to keep your gall bladder
you need LIVATONE PLUS 4 capsules daily, Ox Bile capsules one in middle of every meal and NAC Capsules one or two capsules twice day in between meals with a whole large glass of water
Try the diet in my gallbladder videos
Dr Sandra Cabot
www.liverdoctor.com
Is it possible to improve the EF of my gallbladder? My EF is 10%. Is this reversible?
Thank you in advance!
We recommend watching Dr Cabot's recent videos on the gallbladder:https://www.liverdoctor.com/category/videos/
There is also excellent information in Dr Cabot's book: 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally, and what to do if you've already lost it'.
Kind regards,
Jessah
Nutritionist
FINDINGS:
There is prompt, homogeneous uptake of radiopharmaceutical throughout the liver. There is prompt identification of biliary tree, gallbladder, and bowel.
The gallbladder ejection fraction is 11%. (Normal gallbladder ejection fraction is > 35%.) The patient's presenting symptoms were not reproduced with CCK administration.
IMPRESSION:
Abnormal low gallbladder ejection fraction suspicious for biliary dyskinesia.
Please check out Dr Cabot's recent gallbladder videos here:https://www.liverdoctor.com/category/videos/
Dr Cabot has recently released her 15 Day Cleanse - Two weeks to begin your journey toward improved liver health and function, utilising both supplements and a tasty, easy to prepare dietary regimen. Please go to www.drcabotcleanse.com to place an order.
After completing the Cleanse, we recommend you remain on this style of eating and you can then begin the Maintenance plan that is available at the same website.
Diet and lifestyle changes can make significant changes quite quickly.
There is essential information in Dr Cabot's book, ‘Save Your Gallbladder naturally – and what to do if you’ve already lost it’.
Dr Cabot's Cleanse may be just what your liver and digestive system need to reduce inflammation, boost biliary health and begin the return to a normal gallbladder.
To boost liver health and your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. As you will see from the attached pamphlet this supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind regards,
Jessah
Nutritionist
I have low functioning gallbladder, I’ve had two hida scans in the last 6 years my recent one was 2% function. I know that’s bad, but I refuse surgery. I’m currently taking ox bile, but what diet is best for this condition? Also any other supplements I need? I sometimes get loose stools after meals and indigestion.
wow that's a low level of function and will cause digestive issues.
Continue the OXBILE capsules one in the middle of meals
I think you need my SUPER DIGESTIVE ENZYMES in middle of meals as well
To try and heal your gallbladder take NAC Capsules 2 capsules inbetween meals with a whole large glass of water
To get your liver making healthy bile again take LIVATONE PLUS 2 capsules twice daily
Have another HIDA Scan in 12 months
watch my videos on the gallbladder as it explains how to eat. You can call my amazing naturopath Christine Ki in Phoenix on 1 623 3343232 for more diet advice - it is a free service
if you dont have any pain then try to save your gallbladder
let me know how you go
Dr Sandra Cabot
They followed up with a HIDA which showed no blockage, and bile being properly excreted into the small intestine. However, my ejection fraction was calculated as 35%.
The surgeon that ordered the HIDA wants to do a cholecystectomy, stating that biliary dyskinesia can only be treated with gallbladder removal.
I am asymptomatic, minus an occasional twinge that is below (1) on the pain scale. It feels like I'm being touched by a baby's finger -- it is almost completely unnoticable.
Given I am asymptomatic - no pain, no bloating, nausea, problems digesting fats or indigestion, I don't see why I should have the cholecystectomy. In fact, most of the food I eat is considered to be "fatty" food, consisting of meat, cold water fish, eggs, cheese, and a couple of veggies, including broccoli, sauerkraut and zucchini.
What do you think about the cholecystectomy?
Avoid having your gallbladder out. You still have reasonable function on HIDA Scan. I receive 1000s of emails from people who have problems after cholecystectomy !!
all you need to do is drink more water, eat more salads, take LIVATONE PLUS 4 capsules daily with food and NAC Capsules 2 caps twice day inbetween meals with a whole large glass of water - bingo = sludge gone in 4 to 6 months time
Dr Sandra Cabot
www.liverdoctor.com
I’m a guy, 33 years old, no medical history. Suffered from Covid last year which probably reactived EBV in my body. Landed on the ICU due to extreme hemolytic anemia. Received multiple blood transfusions for two weeks. After that it took 5 months to restore HB levels on my own. Now medication free and no more anemia. Unfortunatel, now one year later, since two months i had in total four severe gallstone pain attacks, mostly after a strong meal. They discovered(after echo) pigment gallstones on my galbladder. Probably originate from the anemia last year. The doktors advice is to remove galbladder. Off course, i hope for another solution and after long research i came across this website. I was wondering if the same procedure will help for pigment(black) gallstones as well? for example the ox- bile supplement. I also red a lot about flushes, but a bit sceptical. Hope to hear from you. Thanks a lot.
Pigment Gallstones will also contain a considerable amount of cholesterol, so yes, they can be dissolved as with normal stones.
Most Gallstones form when the liver is not producing sufficient bile, and it is wise to adopt a liver friendly diet and lifestyle as is found with Dr Cabot's 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program.
Begin taking Ox Bile - 1 to 2 capsules with each meal, Livatone Plus - 2 capsules twice daily, and NAC - 2 capsules twice daily, well away from food with a large glass of water to avoid temporary stomach irritation.
Gallbladder flushes are definitely not a good idea.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Please check out Dr Cabot's videos on the liver and gallbladder here:https://www.liverdoctor.com/category/videos/
The most likely explanation for your itching is an inflamed liver.
You may benefit from reading this article:https://www.liverdoctor.com/your-skin-problem-may-be-due-to-an-unhealthy-liver/
To boost liver health and your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.https://www.liverdoctor.com/livatone-plus.html
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. As you will see from the attached pamphlet this supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant and potent detoxifier.https://www.liverdoctor.com/nac-n-acetyl-l-cysteine-600mg-90-capsules.html
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind regards,
Jessah Shaw
Nutritionist
Had bad diarrhea for a while so I got a stool sample. Found WBC, ordered Colonoscopy. Found mild diverticulosis (NOT itis). Began meat again and probiotic, now bowels are type 4-5 most days. Better. Had some bouts of yellow stool intermittent with daily RUQ ache, behind navel pain, feeling full for hours, sometimes bad indigestion, doc ordered Ultrasound + Liver blood work.
So my ultrasound was clear, liver blood test clear, so we did HIDA scan for the mild, but daily RUQ + center ache/pain. Sometimes RLQ pain too. HIDA scan (using the HHFM, not CCK) showed 17% GBEF over 45 minutes. (I wish they did 60 minutes since using the fatty meal).
Gastro said on phone take the GB out he knows a surgeon. Said “impossible to fix, it’ll only get worse you don’t need a GB anyway.” Doesn’t make sense. Didn’t even discuss one single iota of an option to explore what could cause this and how to fix. God gave me my GB so that means I am supposed to have it.
Doc was reluctant to discuss whether it’s from low bile production by liver or actually a weak GB. My research shows that the HIDA just counts before and after nuclear units, doesn’t actually show the strength of the contractions. Am I correct? So it could be either problem I presume.
Does a GB just weaken for some reason with the ability to strengthen again? How can one distinguish if the low GBEF % is from low bile prodcution or an actual weak GB organ? Then what does one do to strengthen the GB?
Thank you please consider answering my questions it would be a Christmas Godsend as I am blindsided by the quick dismissal of my doc and am lost while dodging the surgeons knife.
Brian
32 Male (healthy build, healthy eater)
a low ejection fraction of the gall bladder (less then 40%) in a HIDA scan does reflect weakness of the gall bladder muscles (lazy gall bladder), BUT you could also have reduced bile reduction which is hard to measure accurately. I have a series of videos on the gall bladder on www.liverdoctor.com which tell you how to improve the health of your gall bladder and how to increase bile production by the liver. these videos will help you a lot.
watch the videos and if you still have questions email us.
its too early to lose your gall bladder
Best wishes
Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Do you have a study or source to support this idea around malic acid please?
"To soften your gallstones we recommend you obtain a source of malate, as malic acid (found in apples) makes most gallstones softer and easier for bile to dissolve them."
Thank you!
Chemaine
Dr Cabot’s Gallbladder book has many references to the beneficial use of Malic Acid to help shrink and pass much smaller Gallstones.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Gallstones often occur during pregnancy, and as you are breast feeding it is best to not be taking lots of supplements.
Begin eating a diet with nothing but grass-fed animal protein and fat, and low carb vegetables.
Exclude processed foods, high carbohydrate items, industrial seed oils totally from your diet.
Drink lots of water to keep your liver hydrated and the juice of one lemon daily is fantastic for your liver.
We expect you would benefit from taking Ox Bile daily – 1 to 2 capsules during meals twice daily.
As soon as your baby is weaned begin Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily and NAC - 2 capsules twice daily, well away from food with a large glass of water to avoid temporary stomach irritation.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Elevated lipase is strongly indicative of Pancreatic inflammation, and your doctor is not treating your pancreas with the medication prescribed.
The first thing to do is reduce the amount of food you are eating each day. Small infrequent meals are recommended and ensure there is very little carbohydrate of any kind in the meals to allow the Pancreas to rest.
To effectively treat and heal your liver begin taking NAC – 2 capsules twice daily with a large glass of water to avoid temporary stomach irritation, Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, Magnesium powder or tablets – 200mg twice daily.
Did your Ultrasound find any Fatty Liver or Fatty Pancreas?
An EF of 95% is fantastic, and there is no such thing as an overactive Gallbladder, we would all want an EF as effective as yours.
Dr Cabot and I have discussed this and recommend further pancreas tests so request a full pancreatic enzyme assay from your primary physician.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
The Gallstone that is in your common bile duct is of a size that may be able to be passed without too much discomfort.
To shrink it and make it easier to pass begin taking Ox Bile – 1 to 2 capsules with each meal.
The recommendations in the article are designed to help dissolve Gallstones and return your liver to best possible health.
The closer you can stay on the treatment protocol the faster your stones will go.
Remember if you return to the ways that caused the stones to form, there is a high possibility of them returning.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
2. No gallbladder emptying with CCK consistent with biliary
dyskinesia. Gallbladder
response to CCK is abnormal with a gallbladder ejection fraction
measuring 0% (normal is greater than 35%). There is adequate clearance
of the radiopharmaceutical from the liver.
That's my actual results so naturally they want to take GB out. Is there any way to avoid that? What would make my ejection fraction 0%?
Dietary choices often affect Gallbladder activity.
Many people adopt a fat free diet, believing it is the best health choice, but unfortunately this is untrue.
A previous history of Gallbladder inflammation often leads to poor Gallbladder function.
If you are not experiencing pain and there are no polyps, surgery does not seem necessary.
Ensure you have some good fats daily as part of a healthy food regimen, and include fats like butter, other forms of animal fats, coconut oil, extra virgin olive oil and definitely no industrial seed oils and preferentially no processed foods as these usually use very low-quality ingredients.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I’m a 29 year old female, mostly healthy. I eat well, exercise, normal weight etc. I have been getting a pain under my right rib for the last year that’s concerning. I had an ultrasound done and there was nothing abnormal. I suspect based on my symptoms I may possibly have a low functioning gallbladder. I plan on doing a HIDA scan very soon. However, in the mean time I wanted to know what I could do to help my gallbladder function better? I prefer to not have surgery to take a major organ out if I don’t have to. I eat clean mostly but are there certain a supplements I can be taking, or foods I should be eating/avoiding. I don’t eat fried foods and I have been avoiding foods that have a lot of fat. What would you suggest? Please get back to me. Thank you!
To help with pain and a potential underactive Gallbladder we recommend you begin taking Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, NAC - 2 capsules twice daily, well away from food with a large glass of water to avoid temporary stomach irritation and Super Digestive Enzymes – 2 capsules during all meals.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
5 months ago I had a baby and pain started in my right side. I finally went to the ER and had a CT scan which showed a 2.3cm gallstone (no sludge) which they said was large and I would need surgery to remove the gallbladder. I do not want surgery and I have a very healthy diet and lifestyle. I do not eat fast food or fried foods or smoke or drink. I recently quit sugar too. I take a high quality multi-vitamin and I started including chanca piedra twice a day which seems to help. I am also at a healthy weight. I was considering doing a 7 day water fast but I wasn’t sure if that would cause more problems with the gallbladder. I was also considering a low fat diet but again I heard that could cause more gallstones and sludge. I also read upping your fat content with healthy fats will help the gallbladder. I’m confused on what exactly to do to save my gallbladder.
Gallstones often form during pregnancy, and the good news is that they are able to be resolved.
Liver health improvement is essential, so begin a keto style eating plan, with good fats at each meal.
Avoid all processed foods and industrial seed oils.
Small amounts of fat are best to start with, say 1/2 an avocado with Extra Virgin Olive Oil dressing, and gradually increase the fats to higher fat cuts of meat, butter and coconut oil you have each day.
Ensure you have sufficient water every day – 1½ liters of water above your hot drinks.
Supplementation is also essential, and we ask you to begin taking Ox Bile – 2 capsules during all meals, Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, and NAC - 2 capsules twice daily, well away from food with a large glass of water to avoid stomach irritation.
Have an abdominal ultrasound in 3 months to determine if the stone has gone.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Elevated amylase/lipase indicate Pancreas inflammation, which should not be ignored.
We are pleased your liver showed not abnormality.
A HIDA ejection fraction of 14% is very low, which indicates that your Gallbladder is not functioning well, do you consume many fats?
Please begin taking NAC - 2 capsules twice daily, well away from food with a large glass of water to avoid stomach irritation.
It is important to take pressure off your Pancreas by consuming far less inflammatory foods like any carbohydrate rich items, processed foods, industrial seed oils and concentrating your diet to include mostly low carb vegetables, moderate amounts of first-class protein and good fats.
Educate your Gallbladder to encourage a greater ejection fraction by consuming more animal and saturated fats like butter, ghee, fatty cuts of meat, coconut oil, coconut cream and coconut milk.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Polyps are growths in the Gallbladder, and growths within the body tend to be stimulated by the body’s most critical growth promotor, Insulin.
To reduce the stimulation of this hormone, remove dairy from your diet and also all foods that are known to spike blood sugar.
These are primarily sugars, starches, processed foods, industrial seed oils, and hydrogenated oils. Alcohol consumption impairs liver function.
Avoid these and concentrate on a liver friendly, anti-inflammatory lifestyle as is found with Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program.
Dr Cabot has formulated supplements to enable these changes more easily, so begin taking Berberine - 1 capsule 2 to 3 times daily with meals, and Glicemic Balance - 1 to 2 capsules 15 minutes before meals.
Ensure you are sufficient in Selenium as this has a long history of shrinking growths and cysts in the body. Selenium is also available in Livatone Plus - 2 capsules twice daily which also improves liver health very quickly.
Have your Gallbladder checked again in 6 months and if not shrunken significantly it may be gone completely.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
No, we have not had experience with any patients developing Gallstones after a COVID infection but we have a long understanding that antivirals have a strong tendency to stress the liver and when the liver is stressed and cannot make sufficient bile then the opportunity for Gallstone formation increases.
The antiviral may have also had significant effect on your stomach.
Begin an anti-inflammatory, liver friendly diet as is found with Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program.
The medications you are now taking may no longer be necessary with a dietary change. The action of Carafate is unclear but because it is used for stomach acidity and for ulcers it is likely to reduce the digestibility of proteins.
Cholestyramine is most probably the cause of your mushy yellow stool that you have experienced for the past 2 months.
We have had HIDA scan results far lower than 34%, but the medications you are taking will certainly not improve the function of your Gallbladder.
Begin taking Livatone Liver Tonic – 2 capsules twice daily and NAC - 2 capsules twice daily, well away from food with a large glass of water to avoid stomach irritation.
While you are taking these medications there are valuable supplements that cannot be recommended for you.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
The pain and indigestion associated with gallbladder or pancreatic inflammation is best relieved by taking pressure off your digestive system by removing all processed food from your diet and having fresh vegetable juices each day.
Supplements are also very important, and until you have your test results begin taking Livatone Plus – begin with 1 capsule twice daily and increase to 2 capsules twice daily after a few days.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
It is great to read that your Gallbladder is functioning so well, even though you are experiencing pain in the area.
It is quite possible that your Gallbladder is inflamed, which is likely to generate pain.
We tend to find that having the common bile duct increasing in diameter is usually due to it having to accommodate Gallbladder sludge removal.
It is possible to calm your Gallbladder by removing the items you are currently eating that are likely to be contributing to the inflammation.
Did your liver show any fatty deposits or increase in size?
You may find a Ketogenic Wholefoods diet beneficial to reverse the inflammation.
Alternatively you may like to begin Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program.
Supplements to hasten Liver and Gallbladder improvement are Livatone Plus, NAC and Ox Bile.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I meet with surgeon this week to discuss options. I want to enter this understanding what situations a gall bladder needs to come out verses when is it okay to first try and heal it.
Thank you!
Having a Gallbladder full of sludge is very easy to resolve if you are prepared to make diet and lifestyle changes.
Surgeons tend to recommend removal because of their training.
First thing to do is to improve your liver health and function and for this we recommend Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program to introduce a new, healthy and sustainable way to eat each day.
Combine this with Ox Bile – 1 capsule with each meal to resuspend the sludge in your Gallbladder and remove it from your body. Livatone Liver Tonic is designed to stimulate your liver to increase your own bile production to clear any congestion that is likely to be in your liver. As soon as your diet changes, discomfort and inflammation is very likely to bring about a reduction in the size of your Gallbladder quite quickly.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Most Gallbladders can be restored to good functional health and Gallstones shrunk and passed safely from the body with attention to diet and lifestyle.
Unfortunately most modern diets are more Gallstone inducing than fixing so follow the dietary recommendations in the Gallbladder book.
Ox Bile will help to dissolve the stones and because they are small to start with, you may not even know when they are being passed.
Livatone Liver Tonic is designed to stimulate bile production within your liver, but it might be best to wait for a few months before beginning it because Milk Thistle has not been researched for pregnant and nursing mothers.
Digestive enzymes benefit both you and your baby as they maximize digestion of your food and thereby the quality of your breastmilk.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I had cholecystitis in April 2021, diagnosed via ultrasound + liver panel.
No stones in the ultrasound, but sludge was not moving well.
I recovered well after some lifestyle changes, however, my gallbladder began hurting again at the end of August 2021.
I started taking Dr. Mercola's Gallbladder Enzymes before a heavy fat meal, and it seems to help.
The problem I'm running into is not pain in the gallbladder region right now, rather, that my stools have been pale for about 3 months.
I noticed that on the weekends, when I am able to sleep in and get a full nights rest, and very little to no stress, my bowel movements become darker and more solid and look a bit healthier.
If there is no stones, yet sludge was the reason for cholecystitis back in April, do you recommend a specific supplement or protocol for sludge only?
Also, is there a resource on your site about prolonged fasting with gallbladder problems??
I have my first HIDA test coming up in 12/6. Thank you so much for your help!!
Dan
As you have no stones, the cholecystitis was likely to have been due to inflammation and perhaps a thickened Gallbladder wall.
Pale stool is a strong indication that there is reduced bile production in your liver, which leads to overburdened bile being delivered to your Gallbladder, where the cholesterol load of your bile is not able to be held in suspension and this is when cholesterol sludge occurs.
Stress reduction leads to an increased bile production that leads to darker, more normal stools.
When more bile is present, you are able to absorb more good dietary fats and the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K so we suggest you have these tested to determine your present levels.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I was diagnosed with gallstones and I'm experiencing pain in my upper right quad that radiates to my back. I have tried the liver flush with olive oil and citrus and found that nothing happened, infact the pain is still there and is sometimes on the left upper quad now. Is there anyway to ease this pain? I've noticed you recommend oxbile, but I read an article that says oxbile promotes cancer. Please clarify. I need of urgent help but don't want to make my situation worse. Please help
We recommend you begin the liver friendly, anti-inflammatory Dr Cabot 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program to reduce the obvious inflammation that is generating the pain you are experiencing.
Ox Bile is very similar to human bile and this is a substance that is very necessary for the emulsification and absorption of necessary dietary fats and fat soluble vitamins.
The likelihood of the increased apoptosis leading to resistant cells that may become mutagenic is far more likely when the liver is sending insufficient and toxic bile to the Gallbladder and then onward to the digestive tract.
It is most important to ensure the liver is in as good health and function as is possible.
Alongside the recommended Cleanse, Dr Cabot also prescribes Ox Bile, Livatone Plus, and NAC to return your liver to best function as quickly as possible.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Have you had an abdominal ultrasound to determine any potential reason for the low HIDA ejection fraction?
Your symptoms are indicative of liver congestion, which may be uncovered with an abdominal ultrasound.
Your previous diet was very low in fat and your Gallbladder may have forgotten how to contract effectively.
You may benefit from Super Digestive Enzymes and Ox Bile straight away to assist with meal digestion.
After the results of a scan are known there may be other supplements to be recommended.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I am a petite 32 year old female. After 9 months of trying to figure out why I couldn't eat the same foods I used to and particularly fatty foods - I was finally diagnosed with a low functioning gallbladder with with EF 11% (last Sept).
I have no attacks and no gallstones. I do get a mild inflammation in my mid upper adbo and lots of digestive issues such as bloating, burping, heartburn, reflux, constipation, sensitive gut.
I started to feel better after I changed my diet and steadily gained my weight back on. Then I caught a bout of candida and since May this year it has been downhill with more food intolerances and more weight loss.
I opted against the surgery.
Can I restore/ improve my gallbladder function and how?
Thanks
It is often unclear why a Gall Bladder’s function is lowered but the symptoms you raise are often seen when there is significant intestinal inflammation.
Candida is usually present in the gut and if you have experienced overgrowth, we expect that there was something that has upset your intestinal flora.
Begin with a 2 bottle course of Bacto Clear to reduce the candida and then Floratone and Ultimate Gut Health which are well indicated for your concerns.
Regular intake of best quality extra virgin olive oil with meals may help to re-educate your gall bladder to contract with this stimulation. Gradually increase the amount you add to meals.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
It is also important to remove inflammogens, so remove all gluten and dairy foods from your diet.
My PCP wants me to consult with a general surgeon but I've never even consulted a GI doctor and I'm having a hard time finding one to see me without having to wait two months. Any thoughts on the stones in the duct or whether I should see a GI's opinion before proceeding even it it means waiting a couple months?
If Gallstones become impacted in the common bile duct you may experience a severe gall attack that usually precipitates an emergency Gallbladder removal.
You can begin reducing the size of the gallstones in both the duct and actual Gallbladder by beginning a liver friendly, anti-inflammatory diet as is found with Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program.
Begin supplementation of Ox Bile, Livatone Plus, and NAC straight away as well.
Ensure you have moderate but not excessive amounts of good quality fats every day to ensure there is fresh bile in your Gallbladder to begin shrinking and dissolving your stones.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
The biliary dyskinesia and low EF is likely to be due to high inflammation and probably a thickened Gallbladder wall.
These can be improved with sustained changes to diet and lifestyle and those encouraged by Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program may reduce inflammation in a very short time.
This eating protocol will also help reverse hepatomegaly and Fatty Liver.
Supplementation can be begun immediately and Dr Cabot prescribes Ox Bile, Livatone Plus, and NAC.
It is possible to improve the function of your Gallbladder, so the choice to have your Gallbladder removed may be delayed or cancelled if the above program is adopted and followed consistently.
Fats are important but keep the amount modest to begin with to not cause discomfort.
When your liver is more healthy we can offer advice for Gallbladder function improvement.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Your medications are indicating that you have high generalized inflammation and an autoimmune condition that is being suppressed rather than being brought into remission.
A Gallbladder flush is not a good idea when there are Gallstones present because you could end up in ER with a Gallstone wedged in your common bile duct, which is an emergency surgery situation.
Begin your journey to best possible health with Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program.
Supplementation can be taken with your meds to heal and protect your liver and Dr Cabot prescribes Ox Bile, Livatone Plus and NAC.
The recommended changes are very likely to reduce your Blood Pressure and daily Magnesium will encourage further normalization of your Blood Pressure.
Dr Cabot's wonderful book ‘Healing Autoimmune Disease – A plan to help your immune system and reduce inflammation’ may be of great benefit to put your Crohn's Disease into remission.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Before having the HIDA scan we would think you had an ultrasound to see if gallstones are present.
If you have gallstones it is important to shrink and pass them as well as improving your gallbladder’s ability to contract appropriately but gently so there are no gall attacks.
To improve liver and gallbladder health to their best potential, Dr Cabot prescribes Ox Bile, Livatone Plus, and NAC.
It may take considerable time to reduce the inflammation that is often associated with these symptoms.
Whether you can avoid surgery depends on the state of your Gallbladder.
Your doctor’s first option may be removal not recovery, so it is important to become knowledgeable about gallbladder recovery.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I was diagnosed with a 5mm polyp and also believe to have GERD. I wake up every morning with a sore throat from all the acid reflux. What do you recommend taking? I just ordered ox bile but not sure if this would help?
Acid reflux or GERD is often relieved with a diet low in inflammatory foods and you may benefit from undertaking a Dr Cabot 15 Day Cleanse and following it with the Maintenance Program.
Reflux is usually a sign of low stomach acid and to improve this begin taking Betaine Hydrochloride.
Selenium is needed to shrink and resolve the polyp.
Ox Bile will supply your Gallbladder with enough good bile to hold the metabolites being transported through the Gallbladder and then out of the body.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
To assist the calming of your gallbladder reduce your intake of all fats.
Tt the same time ensure you have sufficient Magnesium to calm and destress the biliary system.
To begin with, have 800 mg in divided doses throughout each day and reduce to 400mg daily as the symptoms abate.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Although your tests are saying all is good, your body is clearly telling you that there is inflammation present, and it seems to be liver and gallbladder from the area you are experiencing the pain.
We suggest an anti-inflammatory diet as found in Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program. Livatone Plus, NAC, and Vitamin C are indicated to lower inflammation and heal the whole hepatic system.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I am healthy besides that I had two pain attacks three months apart. Pain mid abdomen to the patient of wanting to pass out. Ultrasound was normal besides CBD was 7-8mm dialate. My doctor recommended hid a scan. Mostly I have zero pain or discomfort. But at times I will have bloating and gas that lasts about a week and stops. What is that. And usually I can eat most things! Even super greasy fries will not hurt me sometimes. Does that mean maybe it’s not my gallbladder. I do feel off with dairy.
An ultrasound is the first way to go to determine the architectural integrity of your liver and whether you have any gallbladder problems.
A HIDA scan is a last option when everything else has been discounted.
Bloating with gas intermittently is an indication that there are some aspects of your diet that are inflaming your digestive tract and encouraging the growth of gas producing microbes.
Those pain attacks may have been you passing gallstones.
Dairy and gluten are very inflammatory and can cause gut inflammation.
To heal, soothe and calm your digestive tract take I scoop Ultimate Gut Health in water just before bed every night.
If you liver is shown to be enlarged or fatty, Dr Cabot prescribes Livatone Plus and NAC daily.
Kind regards
Victoria
Small gallbladder polyps are generally considered to be benign, and most doctors will monitor them regularly to check for growth, which may indicate that it has become cancerous, and yours is certainly in the very small size range at the time of scanning.
There is no clear cause for polyp development but consumption of inflammatory foods that may cause irritation in the Gallbladder and so these are best avoided and an anti-inflammatory diet program is the best to be followed,https://www.liverdoctor.com/15-day-cleanse.html.
This program is being shown to reverse Fatty Liver, as long as the Maintenance Program is followed for a sufficient time to remove all fatty tissue.
Please read this article for further information and understandinghttps://www.liverdoctor.com/gallbladder-polyps/.
This article recommends both Selenium and Vitamin D, and we would like to also include a source of iodine.
Dr Cabot has the product Breast Health Capsules,https://www.liverdoctor.com/products/supplements/womens-health/breast-health-60-capsules.html, and while they protect your delicate and important breast tissue, the vital ingredients will also help to resolve the Gallbladder polyp that you have.
Kind regards
Victoria
Your interventions are well indicated although we would also ask you to remove dairy from your diet.
You may find the gallstones resolve more quickly if you remove all grains from your diet.
Activated almonds are well indicated, the key is lots of different foods in small quantities.
Gallstones, and the liver congestion that is usually present before them, respond very well to an eating plan that contains little grain, no dairy, no processed foods or damaged fats including margarine.
Dr Cabot has developed a program that begins with a 15 Day Cleanse Program, followed by a Maintenance Program to reverse liver congestion and reduce whole of body inflammation.https://www.liverdoctor.com/15-day-cleanse.html,https://www.liverdoctor.com/dr-cabot-ultimate-maintenance-plan.html
Following this style of diet, with supplementation, you may be able to resolve the stones quite quickly but we cannot offer you a time frame. Supplements that Dr Cabot prescribes for you
Ox Bile capsules – 1 - 2 capsules during each meal to replace the bile that can no longer be delivered from your gallbladder to help essential fat and fat-soluble vitamin absorption.https://www.liverdoctor.com/ox-bile-500mg-100-capsules.html
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.https://www.liverdoctor.com/livatone-plus.html
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food with a large glass of water, if any upset occurs, take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant and most potent detoxifier.https://www.liverdoctor.com/nac-n-acetyl-l-cysteine-600mg-90-capsules.html
Kind regards
Victoria
If your gall stone is quite large then it would probably not pass easily through to your digestive tract and if it became trapped in the common bile duct it may mean emergency surgery. You would really need to discuss with your doctor whether it would be an option to delay surgery and see if it dissolves or whether they recommend getting the stone removed.
If you don’t have pain associated with it, then you can work to dissolve it and have it pass safely.
It is most important to improve your liver health to produce healthy bile to bring this about.
To begin the process we are delighted to let you know that Dr Cabot has recently released her 15 Day Cleanse - Two weeks to begin your journey toward improved overall health and function, utilising both supplements and a tasty, easy to prepare dietary regimen.This is an anti-inflammatory program and the supplements are immune boosting, body alkalinising and gut healing.
After completing the Cleanse, we recommend you remain on this style of eating and you can then begin the Maintenance plan that is available at the same website.
To hasten the process and boost liver health, Dr Cabot prescribes
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath
Thank you for your enquiry.
Gallstones tend to develop because the liver is producing toxic bile, so when liver function is improved and good potent bile is produced the stones can begin to be dissolved by this good bile.
While your liver is producing toxic bile, your metabolism is likely to be at risk as you are not able to absorb good dietary fats and the fat soluble vitamins A, D, E, and K.
This is reversed by taking 1 to 2 capsules of Liver Doctor Ox Bile with each meal.
To promote good bile production and detoxify the liver and the whole body we are delighted to let you know that Dr Cabot has recently released her 15 Day Cleanse - Two weeks to begin your journey toward improved overall health and function, utilising both supplements and a tasty, easy to prepare dietary regimen. This is an anti-inflammatory program and the supplements are immune boosting, body alkalinising and gut healing.
After completing the Cleanse, we recommend you remain on this style of eating and you can then begin the Maintenance plan.
As well as the Ox Bile, to hasten the boosting of liver health, Dr prescribes
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant and potent detoxifier.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind regards,
Victoria Taylor
Nutritionist for Liverdoctor.com
Sludge in the Gallbladder is a sign of low bile production in the liver, and it is necessary to have good oils in the daily diet to ensure there is a turnover of bile in the gallbladder and that it does not release more cholesterol to add to the sludge.
The symptoms you describe are often found in those with SIBO (Small Intestine Bacterial Overgrowth) although this is difficult to diagnose and so it requires an anti-inflammatory, low sugar diet that is also free of starches, and high sugar fruits.
Gut inflammation, including SIBO is often found in those who have poor iron absorption.
We are delighted to let you know that Dr Cabot has recently released her 15 Day Cleanse - Two weeks to begin your journey toward improved overall health and function, utilising both supplements and a tasty, easy to prepare dietary regimen. Please go to www.drcabotcleanse.com to place an order. This is an anti-inflammatory program and the supplements are immune boosting, body alkalinising and gut healing.
After completing the Cleanse, we recommend you remain on this style of eating and you can then begin the Maintenance plan that is available at the same website.
To reduce bacterial overgrowth, boost liver health and your raise your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
BactoClear – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily. Designed to selectively clear bacterial infections along the digestive and upper respiratory tract. From H.pylori or candida to SIBO and Dysbiotic Large Bowel, Sinusitis and Immune System support.
Livatone Plus – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 1 to 2 capsules twice daily well away from food, if any upset occurs take at the beginning of your meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get your liver better faster. This supplement is the precursor nutrient of glutathione; the body’s strongest anti-oxidant.
MSM + Vitamin C – ½ to 1 teaspoon twice daily in vegetable juice or water to reduce oxidation, inflammation and boost liver health.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind Regards,
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
Most gallstones are made of cholesterol which are broken down by lithotripsy, as yours did not reduce in size with our recommended supplements they may be pigment stones that contain more calcium and more resistant to size reduction.
Did you use all the supplements recommended by Dr Cabot in the article?
To be able to dissolve your gallstones it is important to increase your bile production and you may benefit from supplementary ox-bile and Dr Cabot prescribes
Ox Bile capsules – 1 - 2 capsules during each meal to ensure there is sufficient bile in your digestive system.
Remember to have small servings of good fats often during the day to ensure the bile in your gallbladder is fresh and thereby assist dissolving your gallstones.
To soften your gallstones we recommend you obtain a source of malate, as malic acid (found in apples) makes most gallstones softer and easier for bile to dissolve them.
Kind Regards,
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
A low ejection fraction indicates you have a sluggish gallbladder.
We recommend you take
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals which will help to supplement your bile level as your gallbladder is not ejecting enough.
Livatone Plus 1 cap twice daily in the first week and then 2 caps twice daily after that to help remove fat from the liver, promote fat burning and increase bile flow.
Magnesium Ultra Potent powder 1/2 tsp twice daily OR Magnesium Complete 2 tabs twice daily to help the gallbladder contract.
These can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com
Dr Cabot has recently released her 15 Day Cleanse - Two weeks to begin your journey toward improved liver health and function, utilising both supplements and a tasty, easy to prepare dietary regimen. Please go to www.drcabotcleanse.com to place an order. As a strongly anti-inflammatory programme, you may find your liver and general blood results being lowered.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritionist for Liverdoctor.com
Thanks in advance for your assistance.
We suggest you get an ultrasound scan or HIDA scan to check on your gallbladder.
There is great information in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What to Do If You've Already Lost It'.
You would benefit from taking
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals to support bile flow and reduce digestive symptoms.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to increase bile flow and improve liver function.
These can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
Please consult with your healthcare practitioner.
We recommend you follow the protocol in the above article. There is further information in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally'.
You may benefit from taking
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals to thin the bile and help soften gallstones and reduce sludge.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to increase bile flow and improve liver function.
These can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
There are excellent recommendations in the above article.
Read this article for treatment info on diverticulitis:https://www.liverdoctor.com/what-really-causes-diverticulitis/
We recommend eliminating or reducing grains, sugar, dairy, processed foods and takeout meals in your diet.
There is an effective eating plan in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally'.
Whether you do or don't get surgery, we recommend you take
Super Digestive Enzymes 1 to 2 in middle of meals to improve nutrient absorption, fat metabolism and reduce digestive symptoms.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
Glutamine 1 metric teaspoon once or twice daily to heal and seal the gut lining, providing relief from diverticulitis.
These can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
I had a gallbladder spell 2 years ago, real bad nausea followed by vomiting and diarrhea felt like I was having a heart attack. This was the only major spell that I have had. I will go six to seven months and have some episodes of nausea and can't eat much. I went to the ER about 3 weeks ago and had a CT scan, EKG, blood test and ultrasound all came back negative on gallstones and sludge. Went to my gastroenterologist and scheduled an upper endoscopy and everything looked good in my throats and stomach, my gastroenterologist scheduled a HIDA scan and everts went fine during the test. I didn't have any pain during the HIDA scan or any nausea. The only thing my gastroenterologist said was my gallbladder was functioning at 4% I asked if it needed to be removed he said not necessarily. I'm not having any issues at all and no certain food triggers an attack or anything. I'm not going to have surgery based on one test and no symptoms, is there a way to improve my gallbladder function to keep from having problems down the road? Thanks for your time!
There are excellent recommendations in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally'.
Gallbladder function can be greatly improved through diet. We recommend avoiding or reducing gluten, sugar, processed food and takeout meals.
We recommend you take
Super Digestive Enzymes 1 to 2 caps with meals to improve nutrient absorption and reduce digestive symptoms.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to increase bile flow and improve liver function.
These can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com