What to Do If You Don't Have a Gallbladder?
Gallbladder problems are extremely common. Approximately 750,000 Americans have their gallbladder removed each year. In most cases, the pain of a malfunctioning gallbladder becomes so bad, that surgery is the only viable option. Most people are under the impression that once their gallbladder is taken out, the pain and discomfort they’ve been living with will be gone. Sadly that’s often not the case. It is common to have just as much discomfort after the gallbladder is removed.
People without a gallbladder are more prone to digestive problems and liver problems; they can even form stones within the ducts of the liver. The risk of developing a fatty liver is also greater in people without a gallbladder. Some herbs and nutritional supplements are extremely beneficial if you don’t have a gallbladder. Are you confused about which supplements to take, or which foods you should avoid?
The function of the gallbladder
Your gallbladder is important. Your liver continually manufactures bile, which travels to your gallbladder, where it is stored and concentrated. Bile helps you to digest fat; therefore your gallbladder secretes a lot of bile into your intestines after you’ve eaten a fatty meal. Bile is also your body’s way of excreting wastes and toxins. Bile contains cholesterol and other fats that your liver has broken down and wants to excrete. A well functioning gallbladder helps your body excrete cholesterol, other fats and fat soluble toxins.What happens when you don’t have a gallbladder?
Your liver continues to manufacture bile, but there is no longer a place to store it or concentrate it. Therefore bile continually slowly trickles into intestines. If you eat a fatty meal, you will not be able to secrete a large enough amount of bile into your intestines, therefore the fat will be poorly digested. This means many people experience diarrhea, bloating, nausea or indigestion. Not digesting fat well means you will not be able to digest essential fatty acids, including omega 3 and omega 6 fats. It also means you’ll have a hard time absorbing fat soluble vitamins such as vitamins D, E, A and K. These nutrients are vital for good health, and you will probably need to take a supplement.How to have a healthy liver and good digestion without a gallbladder
First of all it’s important to realise that you developed a gallbladder problem in the first place because you had an unhealthy liver. If your liver is not healthy, it will make poor quality bile. The bile will be prone to forming sludge and stones. Just whipping the gallbladder out doesn’t solve that problem, and in fact sludge and stones can form within the liver, compromising its function. Here are some vital tips to follow:- Keep your intake of dairy products and grains to a minimum or avoid them altogether. Dairy products (milk, cheese, ice-cream, yoghurt) worsen all cases of gallbladder disease, liver disease and they are very difficult to digest. Food intolerance is a common cause of gallbladder problems, and there is research that links gluten intolerance with gallstones. A good reason to keep your intake of grains low is to reduce the risk of developing a fatty liver. There is an easy to follow eating plan in my book Fatty Liver - You Can Reverse It.
- Take a good quality liver tonic such as Livatone. The herbs St Mary’s thistle, dandelion root and globe artichoke leaves all increase bile production and bile flow. Taurine is an amino acid necessary for bile production. This should help to make you feel more comfortable after a meal, and should reduce the risk of stones forming inside your liver.
- Eat some good fats and avoid the bad fats. Your doctor may have recommended you follow a low fat diet after having your gallbladder removed. This is not necessary and in fact it is harmful. Your body desperately needs good fats and I recommend you include moderate quantities of extra virgin olive oil, avocados, coconut milk and oil, nuts and seeds in your diet.
- Take an ox bile supplement. This is the most important recommendation for people who have lost their gallbladder. A lack of bile can produce symptoms such as bloating and indigestion after meals, light colored stools, diarrhea, fatigue after meals and nutrient deficiencies. Taking a good quality ox bile supplement with each meal is wonderful for completely eliminating these symptoms in most individuals.
- Take a Digestive Enzymes supplement. The majority of people who developed a gallbladder problem have suffered with poor digestion for many years. If your stomach and intestines are not in optimal health, they will not send signals to your gallbladder, telling it to contract properly. Irritable bowel syndrome, dysbiosis, small intestinal bacterial overgrowth and Candida overgrowth are common in people with a gallbladder problem. If you have had your gallbladder removed, you may continue to suffer symptoms due to those conditions. These digestive problems also cause insufficient digestive enzyme production. Taking digestive enzymes in supplement form helps to restore good digestive health and reduces symptoms of indigestion.
- You may need a vitamin D3 supplement. People with compromised liver or digestive function are often vitamin D deficient. Exposure of your skin to the sun’s UVB rays enables your body to manufacture vitamin D. However, this process occurs in your liver and kidneys. People with a sluggish liver often do not manufacture vitamin D adequately. Therefore it’s a good idea to get a blood test and take a supplement. 5000 IU of vitamin D3 is a safe and effective dose for most people, but it’s best to be guided by your own doctor.
- Include some bitter and sour foods in your diet. They should help to improve your digestion and make it easier to tolerate good fats in your diet. Suitable bitter and sour foods include lemons, limes, radicchio lettuce, chicory, endive and dandelion leaves. These leaves are fairly easy to grow at home if you are lucky enough to have your own veggie patch.
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There are a number of changes to be made to reduce this problem and diet is often of considerable concern as it may be encouraging the bile reflux and we recommend Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program.
Digestive enzymes may not be the first supplements to recommend.
It is important to strengthen stomach sphincters and improve liver health. Dr Cabot recommends you begin taking magnesium powder or tablets 2 to 3 times daily, Livatone Plus 1 to 2 capsules twice daily, and Ultimate Gut Health 1 teaspoon twice daily and especially important just before bed each night.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Ox Bile is essential for everyone without a Gallbladder, to not only help with the absorption of fats and fat soluble vitamins but also to disinfect the digestive tract to keep the growth of opportunistic bacteria to a minimum.
SIBO may have proliferated because the lack of good bile in your system.
Those with gut problems tend to also develop liver congestion so Livatone Plus and NAC are clearly indicated.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
PBC is an autoimmune condition, so please follow the recommendations in Dr Cabot’s Autoimmunity Book.
Ursodiol is a supplemental source of bile salts because your body has an inability to properly supply sufficient bile.
Your diet and lifestyle may be contributing to your digestive concerns and we recommend you begin the liver friendly, anti-oxidant Dr Cabot 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program.
Your enlarged spleen may have been induced by your autoimmunity.
Supplements are also essential and Dr Cabot prescribes Selenium, Vitamin D, Magnesium powder or tablets, and Super Digestive Enzyme Plus.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
also i exercise regularly and try to involve high protein, moderate fat and low carbs in my diet
Once the Gall bladder is removed, your body has no source of concentrated bile to ensure sufficient to absorb fat soluble vitamins and good dietary fats.
Dilute bile from the liver straight to the intestines does not do this efficiently.
Dr Cabot prescribes Ox Bile, Livatone Plus, and NAC.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
You probably have liver congestion which may have been the basis of your Gallbladder needing to be removed.
Without an ultrasound, Fatty Liver cannot be diagnosed, but weight gain is expected and weight loss is difficult when the liver is not in best possible health and function.
Your hanging belly may be associated with reduced integrity of your abdominal muscles and this is often found when there is poor nutrient absorption and insufficient exercise to keep these important muscles strong.
After Gallbladder removal it is essential you have a source of concentrated bile to absorb essential good fats and fat soluble vitamins.
For your concerns, Dr Cabot prescribes Livatone Plus, NAC and Ox Bile.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I have been suffering from abdominal pains for many years. I did not think much of it as it would come and go regularly. I thought it was indigestion and bloating. About a week ago I was rushed to ER because the pain was unbearable and they ran some tests and told me my gall bladder was inflamed. The following day my gall bladder was removed. This all happened very quickly and I was not prepared for any of it. No doctors spoke to me about any supplements and said you'll be fine just stay on a low fat diet. I am however concerned that in doing so my body would not be acquiring the nutrients it needs. What supplements would you recommend?
Ps. This forum is very informative and has taught me more than spending 5 days in a hospital did. Thank you for your time and effort.
Good fats are very important, not to mention the fat soluble vitamins A,D, E, and K.
Now that you no longer have a Gallbladder it is important to ensure you have a regular source of concentrated bile.
The inflammation in your Gallbladder probably arose from a congested liver that delivered toxic bile to your Gallbladder.
Now is a good time to restore your liver to best possible health and function, and Dr Cabot prescribes Ox Bile, Livatone Plus, and NAC.
To modify what your doctors said, please remove all toxic fat from your diet, including processed foods, most take out meals, seed oil and any in plastic or clear glass bottles.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Many people are constipated after surgery, especially with pain killers as they severely slow peristalsis.
Now that you no longer have a gall bladder it is important to ensure you have a reliable source of concentrated bile and to take at least 1 capsule of Ox Bile with each meal.
Your strict diet may yield a considerable amount of sugar that if not used by your cells may contribute to Fatty Liver if you don’t have this already, because most people with Gallstones have Fatty Liver.
Dr Cabot’s outstanding book ‘Fatty Liver – You Can Reverse It’ offers an easy to follow dietary protocol to reverse this increasingly common disease.
To hasten a return to a well functioning liver, Dr Cabot prescribes Livatone Plus and NAC.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
Do you have any recommendations on which supplements he should take. None of his doctors every mentioned he should take supplements after after his gallbladder removed which is very frustrating.
Now that you son has no gallbladder he has lost the ability to deliver concentrated bile into his digestive tract to enable fat soluble vitamins and good dietary fats to be absorbed into his body from the digestive tract.
This often results in a loose stool called steatorrhea.
Some of his other symptoms are very likely to be from liver congestion or Fatty Liver.
For these Dr Cabot prescribes Ox Bile, Livatone plus, and NAC.
The cramping and pain are highly suspicious of IBS or celiac disease. To improve his digestive health, have him remove all gluten, dairy, legumes and processed foods.
To calm, soothe and heal his digestive tract, Dr Cabot prescribes Ultimate Gut Health and BactoClear to clear non-beneficial microbes from his intestinal microbiome.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
A non functioning GB that is causing symptoms is better out than in.
We are pleased that the biopsy was negative.
Pain in the URQ where your Gallbladder was is a sign that the wound site may be still healing and you are advised to begin taking Vitamin C, NAC and Selenium to boost the healing processes.
If you had to have a large incision to remove your Gallbladder there may still be healing occurring in the lower layers of your abdominal muscles.
Ensure you do not strain or lift heavy objects until the pain has gone as you may damage the healing tissue.
Kind regards
Victoria
Naturopath for Dr Sandra Cabot MD
I’m 25, I had my first gallbladder attack when I was 17 weeks pregnant and the farther along I got in my pregnancy the more frequently I had them. But the most the attacks ever lasted was 3 hours. The week after I delivered my baby I had consistent pain that lasted for a whole week! It finally went away and then a week later it happens again, I went to the ER and was transferred to another hospital for emergency cholecystectomy. The stones that formed from the elevated estrogen during my pregnancy that were being pushed back into my gallbladder while I was big pregnant were able to come down and get lodged in my common bile duct after I was no longer pregnant causing lots of pain and many issues. I’m doing much better after removal and very rarely see any issues but I have some yellowing around my mouth and diarrhea if I eat a fatty meal. What vitamins would you recommend I take daily to help me be at my best and stay healthy?
You are describing the classic symptoms of Cholecystitis of Pregnancy, and it is a common cause of gallbladder removal in young women.
Although the gallbladder has gone it seems your liver may still be congested and not able to conjugate your bilirubin efficiently.
To restore best possible liver health and effective Phase 1 and 2 detoxification Dr Cabot prescribes Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily.
If your baby has not been weaned defer this supplement and drink lots of Dr Cabot’s liver juices.
As you do not have a gallbladder you are no longer able to provide a source of concentrated bile to help with the absorption of good dietary fats and fat soluble vitamins, so begin taking Ox Bile – 1 to 2 capsules with each meal and more is required when fat loading of meals is high.
Kind regards
Victoria
Livatone Plus is designed to protect and heal your liver; no supplements are able to treat or cure disease, but they can build the health of your liver.
Having raised enzymes with a Fatty Liver indicates that your Fatty Liver is getting worse and we recommend a change of diet, lifestyle and supplements to reverse the condition and return your liver to best possible function.
Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program provide a Fatty Liver reversing dietary plan, coupled with moderate daily exercise, sufficient water with the benefit of Livatone Plus, and NAC.
If alcohol consumption is high it is best reduced to a very low amount for your liver’s health.
Now that you do not have a gallbladder you are unable to supply your system with the concentrated bile it needs to absorb essential good dietary fats and fat soluble vitamins and Dr Cabot prescribes Ox Bile – 1 to 2 capsules with each meal.
Kind regards
Victoria
Ox Bile replaces the concentrated bile that is required to assist with emulsification and absorption of essential dietary fats and the fat soluble vitamins A,D,E and K.
Bile is also a valuable disinfectant for the digestive tract which keeps dysbiosis to a minimum.
Zypan is a product to increase stomach acid for protein digestion and also supplies valuable enzymes to also assist with protein digestion.
As you can see, both have valuable digestive applications, especially for those of advancing years, but they are completely different.
Kind regards
Victoria
Thank you for the great article! It is ok for someone who had the gall bladder removed to take fish oil, vitamin D3 and vitamin K ? Thank you!
Once the gallbladder is removed the ability to concentrate bile is gone, which makes absorption of good fats like fish oil and fat soluble vitamins like both D and K far more difficult to absorb.
This makes deficiencies far more likely, and to avoid this situation please take 1 to 2 capsules of Ox Bile whenever good fats are consumed and when taking fat soluble vitamins.
Kind regards
Victoria
Ox Bile is absolutely necessary for all who have had their gallbladder removed.
Dietary changes are also necessary, and may have been responsible for your liver problems since you started developing gall bladder sludge.
We recommend you begin Dr Cabot’s widely acclaimed 15 Day Cleanse and Maintenance Program as well as Livatone Plus – 2 capsules twice daily, N-Acetyl-Cysteine (NAC 600mg) – 2 capsules twice daily and Collagen Food – ½ teaspoon in water twice daily.
Kind regards
Victoria
Thank you for your comment.
This article contains the key dietary and supplement recommendations to follow if you don't have a gallbladder.
Taking care of your liver is key because it has more responsibility now and eating bitter foods should help considerably with digestion.
Our patients benefit considerably from taking Ox Bile supplements as your body no longer has the ability to concentrate bile.
This case study might interest you:
https://www.liverdoctor.com/case-study-still-pain-gallbladder-removal/
Kind regards,
Louise
After suffering a pretty painful attack, my doc sent me to have a Hida scan done which showed a 5.9% function of the gallbladder. My bilirubin has also spiked up from it's usual high state of 1.6 to now six months later of 2.6. That bloodwork also recently revealed a positive ANA of 1:320. I have had Hashimoto for 15years, at 31, and have been taking Synthroid since then, 47 now. So with all of this being said, I don't want to have surgery, so is there a way to heal a non-functioning gallbladder, and how can I safely detox my liver if I can't take in but low amounts of good fats without pain? I am 5'6, 125 lbs, don't drink, don't smoke, exercise regularly and am in great shape otherwise. No one knows I am not feeling well other than my family, which has to mean there is a chance to save my original parts, right?
Your HIDA scan may have showed a low retraction percentage because your gallbladder wall may be thickened considerably and/or the number of gallstones you have restricted its ability to retract when challenged with a given amount of CCK.
Your ejection fraction was well below what is considered normal (>35%), so consultation with your doctor is best to determine the best course of action.
If your gallbladder is inflamed it is necessary to reduce this if you are going to attempt to keep the organ. We suggest Dr Cabot’s 15 Day Cleansehttps://www.liverdoctor.com/15-day-cleanse.html as a way to begin the anti-inflammation lifestyle. This is followed with Dr Cabot’s Maintenance Programhttps://www.liverdoctor.com/dr-cabot-ultimate-maintenance-plan.html.
We recommend you follow the protocol in Dr Cabot’s ground breaking book ‘Healing Autoimmune Disease – A plan to help your immune system and reduce inflammation’ to lower thyroid and ANA antibodies, because autoimmune conditions place considerable strain on liver and gallbladder functions.
Kind regards
Victoria
i have one query..i have had my gall bladder removed in 2006..now i am 25..but i have problem of sinus and phlegm coming from my mouth from past 10 yrs and lots of saliva in mouth..some times acid reflux..so is this mucus or phlegm is due to stomach? I also have fatty liver of grade ..i have allergy also. I want to ask like i have eaten oily and fried foods and junk food from so many years like very frèquently..i have constipation problem more regulary..i have to eat dulcoflex tablet sometime which is laxative for constipation.
Sometimesi feel mucus or phlegm comimg out of stomach.
So i want to ask please suggest some ways to detox body so that my sinus and phlegm mucus problem gets resolved. If the gall bladder is removed can body be detoxed? What foods to eat so that body can digest..which vitamins to take to keep healthy body
I have fatty liver of grade 1 also
And please also suggest treatment of excess saliva in mouth..
please dr. help..i have these health issues.
I can't take ox bile plz suggest substitutes
But the the thing is i don have gall blaader so will i be able to detox my body?
Ok..so i should eat only fruits and vegetables? So can i take it and also milk i take..but it not suits me much.
Is green vegetables good for me as i don have gall bladder and they contain iron.
Thank you for your enquiry/email.
We are very surprised that you had your gallbladder removed at age 11, this is a very young age to have it removed.
It is very difficult to answer all your questions without further information about your diet and lifestyle.
If you cannot take Ox Bile you can take Ursodiol, a medication that has similar properties of OxBile but does not come from the body of a cow.
Your symptoms sound very complex and may be quite serious.
Please send me more details of your diet and lifestyle to me at [email protected]
Kind regards,
Victoria Taylor BHSc
Naturopath
If you can't take ox bile just follow the other advice in this article. Supporting your liver health is very important.
Kind regards,
Louise
Thank you,
Thank you for your enquiry/email.
Livatone Plus will not be devalued in action when taken with a CLA supplement.
To maximise the absorption of vitamins and good fats, Dr Cabot prescribes
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
Super Vitamin K2 (2,200mcg) with 2,000iu Vitamin D3 and Vitamin E – 1 capsule daily.https://www.liverdoctor.com/super-vitamin-k.html
Super Digestive Enzymes Plus – 1 capsule at the beginning of each meal.https://www.liverdoctor.com/digestive-enzymes-super-100-capsules.html
Kind regards
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath
Thank you for your enquiry.
There are many ways to soften a gallstone, even at the size of 8cm, and they are covered in Dr Cabot’s excellent book ‘Save Your Gallbladder Naturally – and what to do if you’ve already lost it’ for clear instructions to be able to keep your gallbladder and have it functioning well.
Ox Bile is a good supplement to take to ensure you have a good supply of concentrated bile, while beginning the process of ridding the present situation where the liver is producing toxic bile.
Dandelion root is one of the components in Dr Cabot’s Livatone Liver Tonic,https://www.liverdoctor.com//livatone-liver-tonic-120-240.html to stimulate liver function to increase the production of good quality bile from the liver.
Diet is an important factor in the development and maintenance of gallstones, so to reverse the process dietary and lifestyle factors are bet changed to produce an anti-inflammatory environment in your body.
We are delighted to let you know that Dr Cabot’s highly acclaimed 15 Day Cleanse is available and provides you with 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.https://www.liverdoctor.com/15-day-cleanse.html
After completing the Cleanse, we recommend you remain on this style of eating and you can then begin the Maintenance plan.https://www.liverdoctor.com/dr-cabot-ultimate-maintenance-plan.html.
To hasten reversal of toxic bile, to shrink gallstones even faster, Dr Cabot also prescribes
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.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,
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
A drop in estrogen is usually an indication that menopause has occurred or is close to occurring.
Dry skin is often associated with poor thyroid function, so it may be worthwhile having it tested.
It is not possible for us to direct the use or not of any prescription medication.
If you have any other menopausal symptoms, Dr Cabot prescribes
Femme Phase – 2 capsules twice daily. Provides herbs and phytonutrients to assist with menopausal and perimenopausal discomfort.
Fem Pro (Bio-identical Progesterone) – Massage a rounded 1/8 tsp (a full pump equals 1/4 tsp) of cream into hands and body twice daily. Individual needs may vary. Transdermal delivery system with 7% MSM.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind regards
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath
Thank you.
That's not necessarily correct, only if you are deficient in any.
Fat-soluble vitamins are A, D, E and K, and it should come up in blood tests if you are deficient in any.
These can all be obtained in foods, although vitamin D is mostly obtained from the sun when the UV rays convert our cholesterol into vitamin D.
If you do take fat-soluble vitamins in supplement form they are best taken with a source of fat for proper absorption.
Kind regards,
Jessah Shaw
Nutritionist for Liverdoctor.com
The first thing to do is stay on a healthy diet, so your supplements can have maximum effect.
Super digestive enzymes and Ox Bile capsules are to be taken during each meal.
Livatone Plus and NAC can also be taken together with or without food depending on your digestive sensitivity.
Multi Vitamin/Minerals best in the morning.
Depending on the severity of your inflammation, you may still benefit from taking fish oil as well as Dr Cabot’s wonderful Serrapeptase.
CLA has many benefits for clear arteries and to feed/modulate your gut flora.
May we suggest you also include Dr Cabot’s Ultimate Superfoods to provide first class protein and a stunning array of antioxidants to begin each day and the gut calming/repairing Ultimate Gut Health to potentiate your gut flora, while providing most valuable anti-inflammatory nutrients.
These can be purchased here:https://www.liverdoctor.com/products/supplements/bowel-health.html
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath
Everyone who has their gallbladder removed requires a replacement source of bile to effect good dietary fat and fat soluble vitamin absorption, and Dr Cabot prescribes
Ox Bile capsules – 1 - 2 capsules during each meal to replace the bile that can no longer be delivered from your gallbladder.
Most people who have had their gallbladder removed have a congested liver that remains after the gallbladder is removed.
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.
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 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. 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,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritionist for Liverdoctor.com
Dr Cabot has recently released her 15 Day Cleanse - Two weeks to begin your journey toward improved overall health and liver 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.
There are indications of a congested liver from your symptoms and now that you no longer have a gallbladder you require supplementation to replace the duties of your gallbladder and to boost liver health and your vitality, Dr Cabot prescribes
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.
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.
You may purchase these supplements and Dr Cabot’s books athttps://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritionist for Liverdoctor.com
Your present diet is contributing to your NAFLD and may also be adding to the gastroparesis you are experiencing.
Ensure contains what many consider to be the most toxic artificial sweetener and the nutritional panel, although extensive, contains many poorly absorbed forms of the vitamins and minerals it contains. This poor food value makes Ensure a very expensive option.
An easily made, quickly absorbed shake is vitally important for anyone with gastroparesis, and Dr Cabot prescribes
SyndX protein powder – 2 Tablespoons in a cup of water or nut/hemp milk, once to twice daily. Easily absorbed, appetite sustaining protein, for effective digestion, and both weight loss/gain.
Jello is simply a sugar solution with artificial flavours and gelatin to set it.
We understand that liquids will pass more quickly at the moment and encourage you to have 1 to 2 cups of fresh vegetable juice daily with a maximum of one fruit included.
Other soft foods that a very popular and getting a lot press at the moment are soups, either creamed or with small pieces of vegetable made in a bone broth base. These are flavoursome and highly nutritious.
These suggestions are to improve your overall health, especially your liver and to help your stomach digest nutritious foods like ground beef, fish, and other protein rich foods and vegetables and reverse your NAFLD 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/
Kind Regards,
Victoria Taylor
Naturopath for Liverdoctor.com
i am vegan so can not take ox bile and enzymes mske my problems worse.
what ekss can i do?
Have you had your gallbladder removed?
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
What sort of tablets are you taking?
As you do not have a Gall Bladder it is important to replace the bile your body needs to help you absorb essential good dietary fats and fat soluble vitamins.
Most people who have their Gall Bladder removed have an underlying liver dysfunction. We recommend you concentrate on building liver health, and 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.
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/
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.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritionist for Liverdoctor.com
I have had diareaha episodes ever since my gallbladder removal. Sometimes just once a week or sometimes 2 days in a row.
Yellow colour and this has been happening for 10 years since gallbladder removal. I had never had diareaha before.
Doctors say IBS d.
Had colonoscopies. Don’t eat fats or dairy. No wheat.
68 years old female. Certainly don’t need anything that cure constipation.
Also to note after gallbladder removal I can no longer tolerate any opiate. I get stabbing pains right side of stamach. Worse than child birth.
I have trouble slowing down my colon.
These types of symptoms are common after gallbladder removal.
These diet principles are appropriate, as after gallbladder removal we recommend eliminating gluten, dairy, sugar, processed food, high fructose corn syrup and takeout meals.
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.
We suggest you take
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals to replace the bile that can no longer come from your gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
Super Digestive Enzymes 1 to 2 caps with each meal to optimise nutrient digestion and absorption and reduce digestive symptoms.
These can be purchased here:http://shop.liverdoctor.com
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritionist for Liverdoctor.com
After gallbladder removal we recommend eliminating grains, sugar, dairy, processed food and takeout meals.
There is some info in this article:https://www.liverdoctor.com/things-you-must-know-you-dont-have-gallbladder/
There is great info in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What to Do If You've Already Lost It'.
As well as the ox bile and digestive enzymes we recommend taking
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to help make you feel more comfortable after a meal, reduce the risk of stones forming inside your liver and to optimise liver function.
This can be purchased here:http://shop.liverdoctor.com/livatone-liver-tonic-240-capsules.html
It would also be helpful to increase water intake and exercise regularly.
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
After gallbladder removal we recommend eliminating grains, sugar, dairy, processed food and takeout meals.
There is some helpful information in this article:https://www.liverdoctor.com/things-you-must-know-you-dont-have-gallbladder/
There is excellent info in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What to Do If You've Already Lost It'.
You would benefit from taking
Super Digestive Enzymes 1 to 3 with each meal to improve lipid metabolism, increase nutrient absorption and reduce digestive symptoms.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to reduce the pressure off the liver, protect liver cells and optimise 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
The amount of ox bile in Super Digestive Enzymes is insufficient for you as you do not have a Gall Bladder.
It is important for you to take 1 or 2 capsules at the beginning of each meal that contains fat.
We would suggest, as a guideline, 1 capsule if you are having some avocado and 2 if your meal is something like a roast or a meal with a rich sauce.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
After gallbladder removal we recommend you eliminate grains, sugar, dairy processed food and takeout meals.
There is further dietary information in this article:https://www.liverdoctor.com/things-you-must-know-you-dont-have-gallbladder/
We recommend you take
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals to replace the bile that can no longer come from your gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to 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
After gallbladder removal we recommend eliminating grains, sugar, dairy, processed food and takeout meals.
Please avoid any foods that contain salicylates, or that you react to.
There is an excellent anti-inflammatory diet in Dr Cabot's book 'I Can't Lose Weight and I Don't Know Why'.
If you are reacting to the higher dose of Livatone, we recommend you take
Livatone Plus 1 cap twice daily to optimise liver function and protect liver cells.
Super Digestive Enzymes 1 cap with a glass of water at each meal to improve fat metabolism, increase nutrient absorption and reduce digestive symptoms.
Glutamine 1 metric tsp with water or juice once or twice daily to reduce inflammation, keep your gut lining healthy and provide relief for diverticulitis.
Floratone-10 1 cap 1 cap one to two times daily in between meals or on an empty stomach, it is an all natural probiotic for healthy bowels and supports good gut bacteria to improve digestion and absorption.
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
Can you take the capsules broken up or emptied out or do they have to be swallowed whole?
What capsules are you referring to?
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
We recommend you read this article for further info:https://www.liverdoctor.com/got-gallbladder-problem-natural-alternatives-surgery/
There is an excellent eating plan in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally'.
It depends on what your gallbladder is functioning at, how many gallstones you have and if you're in pain.
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
After gallbladder removal we recommend the elimination of grains, sugar, processed food and takeout meals.
There is an excellent eating plan in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What to Do If You've Already Lost It'.
You may benefit from taking
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals to replace the bile that can no longer come from the gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to 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
After gallbladder removal we recommend you eliminate grains, sugar, dairy, processed food and takeout meals from your diet.
We recommend you read this article:https://www.liverdoctor.com/things-you-must-know-you-dont-have-gallbladder/
There is an eating plan in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What to Do If You've Already Lost It'.
We recommend you take
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals to replace the bile that can no longer come from the gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
Glutamine 1 metric tsp twice daily to heal and seal the gut lining.
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
After gallbladder removal we recommend you eliminate grains, sugar, dairy, processed food and takeout meals.
There is some excellent info in this article:https://www.liverdoctor.com/things-you-must-know-you-dont-have-gallbladder/
There is an excellent eating plan in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What to Do If You've Already Lost It'.
We recommend you take
Super Digestive Enzymes 1 to 2 in the middle of meals to reduce digestive symptoms and improve nutrient absorption.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
These products can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
After gallbladder removal we recommend you eliminate grains, sugar, dairy, processed food and takeout meals.
There is an excellent diet in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What to Do If You've Already Lost It'.
We recommend you take
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals to replace the bile that can no longer come from your gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
Super Digestive Enzymes 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals to reduce digestive symptoms and improve nutrient absorption.
Livatone Plus 1 cap twice daily to improve liver function, and then after 2 weeks you can increase to 2 caps twice daily.
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
These symptoms may be associated with gallbladder removal.
After gallbladder removal we recommend the elimination of grains, sugar, dairy, processed food and takeout meals.
There is some excellent info in Dr Cabot's book 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What to Do If You've Already Lost It'.
As well as the Digestive Enzymes, we recommend you take
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
These can be purchased here:http://shop.liverdoctor.com/livatone-plus-120-capsules.html
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutrition Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
Now I am two months post-op, i still have little discomfort and pain where the site of the surgery was. I do think the state you are in before the surgery plays a role in how fast you will recover from it. Don't hesitate you will still have to have the surgery eventually. Hope this helps.
If you are in a lot of pain and have several stones we generally recommend gallbladder removal.
There are ways to minimise symptoms and digestive issues after gallbladder removal.
We recommend you eliminate grains, sugar, dairy, processed food and takeout meals.
There is an excellent eating plan in Dr Cabot's book: 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What To Do If You've Already Lost It'.
Dr Cabot recommends you take
Super Digestive Enzymes 1-2 caps with a glass of water with each meal to reduce digestive symptoms, improve fat metabolism and increase nutrient absorption.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) 2 caps twice daily at least 2 hours away from food, if any upset occurs please take with meals. NAC is the precursor to glutathione; the body's most potent antioxidant. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get the liver better faster.
These supplements can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
Thanks
(also it's definitely not a hangover, because it takes me two drinks to feel sick now)
After gallbladder removal we recommend the elimination of grains, sugar, dairy, processed food and takeout meals.
If you'd rather not eliminate alcohol completely at least try to cut back to improve symptoms.
There is an excellent eating plan in Dr Cabot's book: 'Save Your Gallbladder Naturally and What to Do If You've Already Lost It'.
After gallbladder removal it is common for fatty liver to occur due to bile impairment.
We recommend you get a liver function test.
Dr Cabot recommends you take
Super Digestive Enzymes as it contains Ox Bile to replace the bile that can no longer come from the gallbladder for essential fat absorption as well as Betaine HCL and Pancreatic Enzymes to promote efficient digestion of carbohydrates, protein and fat.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
These supplements can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com/
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
It is very common to get fatty liver after you have had your gallbladder taken out.
When you have your gallbladder removed your bile flow is impaired and bile is required for essential fat absorption. This can then lead to fatty liver, which makes it hard to lose weight.
We recommend you eliminate grains, dairy, processed food and take out meals.
There is an excellent eating plan in Dr Cabot's book: 'Fatty Liver: You Can Reverse It'.
Fatty liver can be diagnosed by getting an ultrasound scan of the liver and/or a liver function test.
Dr Cabot recommends you take
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps three times daily in the middle of meals to replace the bile that can no longer come from the gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) 2 caps twice daily at least 2 hours away from food, if any upset occurs please take with meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get the liver better faster.
Raw juicing is excellent. There are some great recipes in Dr Cabot's book: 'Raw Juices Can Save Your Life'.
These supplements and books are available here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
There is an excellent diet plan in Dr Cabot's book: 'Fatty Liver: You Can Reverse It'.
We recommend he eliminate grains, dairy and processed foods. Perhaps gradually, to make the process easier.
It is important that he base his diet on good protein (chicken,seafood,lean meat,eggs), good fats, fresh fruits and vegetables and nuts and seeds.
To make it easier, you could make raw vegetable juices which can be quite tasty. There are some good recipes in Dr Cabot's book: 'Raw Juices Can Save Your Life'.
There is excellent information in this article:https://www.liverdoctor.com/what-should-you-eat-if-you-have-fatty-liver/
Dr Cabot recommends he take
Livatone Plus powder 1/2 tsp twice daily in raw juice or water, OR Livatone Plus 1 cap twice daily to improve liver function.
Let us know how he gets on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
I am yet to find much information to questions like that. : (
Someone eating a clean diet, following the 80/20 method, layers and times their food efficiently as well as lives a stress free life, sleeps well + does regular exercise will need nowhere the same dosage of supplementation as someone who continues to eat unhealthy foods and lives a stressful life.
Yet there is not discussion on such relationships with the taking of supps! They are quick to tell us why we must ... quick to sell ... but given us little in the way of learning how to take these kinds of supps.
If you are taking Ox Bile the dosage depends on how much dietary fat the meal contains.
If you are having a meal higher in dietary fat we recommend you take 2 caps in the middle of that meal.
If you are having a meal low in dietary fat 1 cap would be sufficient.
Ox Bile and Livatone Plus supplements are required long-term if you have had your gallbladder removed.
I hope this helps you.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
I read on another site that without a gallbladder, I am not able to digest saturated fat found naturally in meat. Is this true? Would the ox bile take care of that?
Without adequate bile you are unable to digest dietary fats.
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals three times daily will replace the bile that is no longer coming from the gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
It can be purchased here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
When the gallbladder is removed it is unable to digest or break down fatty foods.
We recommend you remove all processed foods, gluten, dairy and take out meals from your diet.
You should base your diet on good protein sources (chicken,seafood,lean meat,eggs), good fats, fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds.
Dr Cabot recommends you take
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps three times daily in the middle of meals to replace the bile that can no longer come from the gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to optimise liver function.
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) 2 caps twice daily at least 2 hours away from food, if any upset occurs please take with meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get the liver better faster.
These supplements are available here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
There can be issues with tastebuds after gallbladder removal.
We recommend you see your healthcare practitioner for more information.
We recommend you avoid all processed foods, gluten, dairy and take out meals.
Try to base your diet on good protein sources (chicken,seafood,lean meat,eggs), good fat sources, fresh fruits and vegetables, nuts and seeds.
Dr Cabot recommends
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps three times daily in the middle of meals to replace the bile that can no longer come from the gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function.
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com
Certainly the Livatone Plus and Ox Bile help.
We recommend
Livatone Plus 2 caps twice daily to improve liver function
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC) 2 caps twice daily at least 2 hours away from food, if any upset occurs please take with meals. This supplement works well with Livatone Plus to get the liver better faster.
Ox Bile 1 to 2 caps in the middle of meals three times daily as this will replace the bile that can no longer come from the gallbladder for essential fat absorption.
Fibretone powder one to two teaspoon mixed with water, smoothies or juices as it is a gentle bulk laxative that will softens the stool, cleanses the bowel and facilitates regular bowel motions.
These supplements are available here:https://shop.liverdoctor.com
We also recommend the elimination of gluten, dairy, processed foods, take out meals and high fructose corn syrup.
We recommend you diet on fresh fruits and vegetables, good protein sources and good fat sources.
Let us know how you get on.
Kind Regards,
Jessah Robinson
Nutritional Consultant for Liverdoctor.com