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What is the gallbladder?

The gallbladder is a small organ located directly under the liver. It acts as a bile reservoir; it concentrates bile which is secreted by the liver and is used by the body to digest fats.

What causes Gall Stones?

If the liver is overloaded with toxins and saturated fats, the bile (which carries toxins and fats) will eventually inflame the gallbladder. When enough cholesterol deposits (from saturated fats) have formed, they crystallize with the bile to form Gall Stones.

What are the symptoms?

Often, persons with Gall Stones have no symptoms. If the gallbladder becomes inflamed, it can cause sever pain in the upper right abdomen. These symptoms often arise after the individual has eaten fried or fatty foods. If a stone blocks the bile passage however, nausea, vomiting and pain in the upper right abdominal region occur. This condition must be treated immediately as it can be life threatening.

What is the key to protecting yourself from Gall Stones?

According to the peer reviewed medical journal Medical Hypotheses, the key to correcting gallbladder disorders is to stop overloading the liver with toxins and saturated fats. Remember, cholesterol deposits from saturated fats cause Gall Stones, so avoiding saturated fats in your diet is the key. Saturated fats do not exist in the vegetable kingdom. They are only available in meat and dairy foods. Therefore, "vegetarian diets offer protection against Gall Stones." Medical Hypotheses, 40(2), February 1993, p. 81-84

What are the recommendations for treating Gall Stones naturally?

  1. In the morning, drink the gallstone flush; 8 oz. Apple juice (or dilute with water), 3-6 cloves of raw organic garlic, 1-2 inches of raw organic ginger root, mix well in blender. This drinkmay help dissolve and flush Gall Stones.
  2. Eat a well balanced diet of 50% raw foods and fresh juices, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, and nuts/seeds. This low saturated fat, high fiber diet is a must for healing gallbladder disorders. Flaxseed oil is needed for repair and prevention of Gall Stones as it contains essential fatty acids. We have created a complete 7 day detox diet complete with recipes, daily meal plans and a shopping list. Plus, it's FREE. Click Here to get the Gall Stones Detox Diet Plan FREE
  3. Increased intake of natural Vitamin C can help with gallbladder ailments. Replenish your vitamin C stores by eating plenty of vitamin C-rich fruits and vegetables on a daily basis. Good sources include peppers (red/green/yellow), oranges, strawberries, lemons, and broccoli.Medical Hypotheses, 40(2), February 1993, p. 81-84
  4. Herbal detoxification products may be helpful influshing Gall Stones out of the body. We suggest using formulas that use organic, whole herbs.

What should I avoid eating?

  • All Animal Foods: dairy foods (milk, cheese, butter, cream, ice cream), fish, meat, chicken, turkey, eggs, fried and greasy foods, margarine, and all other processed foods and animal derived products from your diet. These foods are laced with chemicals, pesticides, and toxins as well as high levels of saturated fats which cause Gall Stones and inflammation.

Scott Malin is rapidly becoming a widely respected writer on the subject of nutrition and detoxification. You can find excellent advice about how to successfully detox in a safe and healthy way at: http://www.organichealthandbeauty.com/Gall-Stones-Detox_ep_233-1.html

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