Many as 20 million Americans have gallstones, most of them do not even know they have them. These are termed silent or painless gallstones. Gallstones form when substances in bile – mainly cholesterol – harden to form crystals. In some cases, gallstones can block the normal flow of bile and cause symptoms following a fatty meal. If you suspect that you are having a gallbladder attack and are in severe gallbladder pain, especially if you also have a fever, consult your doctor immediately or go straight to the emergency room. Diet may play a role in gallstones.
List of foods that are okay:
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Whole Grains
Lean Meat, Fish and Poultry
Low-fat Dairy Foods
Rice
Olive oil
List of foods that are NO okay:
Refined Carbohydrates
Sweeteners
Chocolate
Beverages
High-fat Foods
Canned Fruits and Vegetables
White Flour Foods
Overly Spiced and Salted foods
Too Fat Dairy Foods
Ice cream
Snacks
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