Oct 08, 2024
From apple juice to artichoke: Foods that may help remove gallstones
Siddhartha JanaGallbladder stones, or cholelithiasis, can disrupt daily life, and while surgery is often the typical solution, holistic health and dietary changes may help manage them.
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Clinical dietitian Dt. Ridhima Gupta suggests that dietary and lifestyle modifications can postpone the need for surgery in non-severe cases without underlying metabolic disorders.
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Key dietary interventions include apple cider vinegar (ACV), which helps manage acid levels and indirectly supports gallstone resolution.
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Apple juice may soften gallstones, facilitating their removal, with a recommended intake of a glass daily for four to five days.
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Artichoke is beneficial for lowering LDL levels, reducing cholesterol gallstone formation, and is often prescribed as a supplement for 12 weeks.
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The Gall Bladder Cleanse involves consuming apple juice, vegetable juice, and olive oil with lime juice, but should be approached cautiously, especially for those with diabetes.
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Pineapple, due to its bromelain and ascorbic acid content, can help reduce inflammation in the organs, potentially delaying the need for surgery, though caution is advised for diabetic patients.
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Surgery should be considered when symptoms like severe abdominal pain, yellowing of skin, or diagnostic findings indicate complications such as large stones or blockage.
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