You might think that gallstones must be painful, but the truth is — more than 80% of patients are completely asymptomatic. Dr. Eric Berg explains the insidious nature of gallstones, their causes, risk factors, and methods of natural dissolution, which can improve the condition without surgery.
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⚠️ Most common symptom : Asymptomatic
- More than 80% of gallstone patients experience no obvious discomfort.
- It's only when gallstones get stuck in the bile duct, causing pressure and pain, that people realize what's happening.
- MRI may not be able to detect tiny gallstones or bile sludge .
🧭 Warning signs of other gallbladder problems
- Distending pain and tightness under the right ribs
- Pain near the right scapula ( rhomboid muscle )
- Side facial pain
- Nausea, vomiting, bloating, hiccups
- Jaundice (yellowing of the skin), darker urine, lighter stool
🧪The true causes of gallstones
Many people mistakenly believe that gallstones are caused by eating too much fat or cholesterol, but the real reason is:
- High cholesterol
- Insufficient bile salts (most often overlooked)
- Bile salts are responsible for emulsifying cholesterol and helping it to be excreted. Insufficient bile salts can cause cholesterol to concentrate and form stones.
🧠Gallbladder and absorption of fat-soluble nutrients
The gallbladder stores concentrated bile, which helps absorb fat-soluble vitamins ( A , D , E , K1 , K2 ) and Omega-3 . The pancreas secretes lipase to further break down fats. If the gallbladder is removed, the bile flows directly into the intestines, cannot be concentrated, and its absorption capacity decreases.
💩Symptoms of bile imbalance
- Excessive bile → diarrhea
- Insufficient bile → constipation
- Cholestasis → Pain and indigestion without gallstones
🔥Risks after gallbladder removal
Up to 40% of patients develop "biliary sludge syndrome". The symptoms are similar to those of gallstones, and the cause is still insufficient bile salts.
🧬 Risk factors for gallstones
- Pregnancy (rising estrogen levels)
- Contraceptive pills (estrogen)
- Obesity, type 2 diabetes (high insulin levels)
- Liver disease (reduced bile salt production)
- Folic acid deficiency
- Statins (lower cholesterol, reduce bile salt production)
- Antacids ( PPIs )
- A high-carbohydrate, low-fat diet (lacking fat to stimulate bile secretion)
✅ Methods to dissolve gallstones naturally
- Supplement with purified bile salts : Taking it after meals or on an empty stomach helps dissolve kidney stones.
- Probiotics + Fermented Foods: Sauerkraut, kimchi, and kefir help the intestines produce bile salts.
- Eat more salads and fiber: Helps to remove cholesterol and supplement folic acid
- Massage below the right ribcage: Helps to expel bile sludge and relieve discomfort
- Lowering insulin: Intermittent fasting combined with a low-carb diet can help improve metabolism and gallbladder function.
🧾 In conclusion: Gallstones don't always require surgery; knowing how to manage them is key.
Hong Kong people have increasingly common gallbladder problems due to their oily diets and high stress levels. Insufficient bile salts are the root cause; don't wait until the pain becomes unbearable and surgery is necessary. Starting tonight, a spoonful of pickled cabbage, a bile salt capsule, and a low-carb salad will help you establish a healthy foundation for your gallbladder!
No pain doesn't mean everything's fine. Prevention is key to true health! 💪🫀🥬
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YouTube source: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lxo-6vpWVp0
YouTube Column: Dr. Berger in Chinese Health knowledge
