While the gallbladder is not vital to our survival, it does serve an important purpose. It aids the body in digesting fat by storing and releasing bile to the liver. Without the gallbladder, bile is released directly from the liver to the intestines. If you have recently had your gallbladder removed, alter your eating habits and remove any bad fats that can create abdominal and intestinal problems.
Low Fat, High Fiber
Doctors typically recommend a low-fat, high-fiber diet to patients who have recently had their gallbladders removed. That diet consists of eating fresh fruit, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and low-fat dairy. An example of a daily menu would include:
Breakfast: 1 1/2 cups of oatmeal with 1/2 cup of strawberries
Snack: an apple
Lunch: Two slices of whole wheat bread with turkey and reduced-fat mayonnaise and a banana
Snack: 1/2 cup of baby carrots
Dinner: 4 oz baked chicken breast, 1 1/2 cups of rice, 1/2 cup of green beans
Snack: One cup of low-fat yogurt
Smaller Meals
Eating smaller meals can also help relieve some of the problems associated with gallbladder removal. Five or six small meals a day will help prevent any bloating or gastrointestinal issues that could occur with eating two or three large meals.
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