Gall Stones

The gallbladder serves the purpose of collecting and storing bile, a fluid essential for the digestion of fats. Gallstones are formed from excess cholesterol and can be found in the gallbladder or bile duct. Women are affected by gallstones at twice the rate of men, particularly those who are obese or diabetic. The standard treatment for gallstones typically involves surgical removal of the gallbladder; however, this procedure can lead to various complications and long-term health issues.

To enhance and safeguard the health of your gallbladder, it is advisable to maintain a healthy and balanced diet that is low in fat and cholesterol, moderate in calories, and rich in fiber. Incorporating fruits and vegetables that are abundant in nutrients, fiber, vitamin C, calcium, and vitamin B is highly beneficial.

Conversely, a diet high in fat and cholesterol, while low in fiber and calories, can lead to discomfort and painful symptoms. It is prudent to avoid unhealthy fats, fried foods, junk foods, processed foods, preserved foods, caffeine, and alcohol, as these can provoke symptoms such as bloating, nausea, and vomiting. Additionally, it is wise to limit the intake of foods containing oxalates and reduce calcium consumption, as these factors can contribute to the formation of oxalate stones.

Maintaining a healthy weight and adhering to a proper diet is always advisable for overall well-being.

DAILY DIET SCHEDULE

EARLY-MORNING

A glass of water +1 tsp chia seeds

BREAKFAST

Veg Semolina (Veg upma) / broken wheat porridge (Veg Dalia) / Veg Vermicelli (Sewian) / Veg poha (Rice flakes) / Veg Idli / Brown Bread Sandwich / Besan pancake (gram flour) / Stuffed Chapatti / Chapatti with Veg or Dal / Curd + 1 Eggs white portion

MID-MORNING

Fruit / Buttermilk / Coconut water / Sprouts / Salad / Lemon water

LUNCH

Mix chapatti / Plain chapatti / Veg pulao / Boiled rice / Vegetable + Dal + Curd + Salad

EVENING

Herbal tea / Green tea / Roasted Chana / Sprouts / Rice flakes snack / Flaxseed- 1tsp

PRE-DINNER

Soup (Home-made)

DINNER

Mix chapatti / Plain chapatti / Vegetable + Dal + Curd

DIET INSTRUCTIONS

ALLOWED TO TAKE	AVOID
CEREALS	CEREALS
Whole grains such as Oatmeal, Whole wheat bread, Porridge, Brown rice, Finger millet flour, Quinoa	Whole refined flour, White breads, White rice
FRUITS	FRUITS
All fruits like Custard Apple, Pears, Grape and Watermelon, Melon, Banana, Oranges and Apple	All canned and packaged fruits, Dried fruits
VEGETABLES	VEGETABLES
All gourds-bitter gourd, Snake gourd, Ridge gourd, Bottle gourd, Ivy gourd, Turnip, Radish, Tomato (without seeds), Bell peppers, Capsicum (without seeds), Potatoes, Peas, Squash, Carrots, Lemons, Onion, Garlic, Ginger, Cucumber (without seeds), Coriander, Zucchini	Red and Green chili, frozen vegetables, Okra, Rhubarb, Spinach, Green leafy vegetables
PULSES	PULSES
All pulses, Legumes	Dried and frozen pulses
Dairy Products	Dairy Products
Low-fat milk (occasionally), Curd, Buttermilk, Yogurt	Whole milk and cream, Full-fat yoghurt, Cream cheese, Condensed milk, Cottage cheese
OILS	OILS
Cow ghee, Groundnut oil, Mustard oil, Olive oil, Canola oil	Unsaturated fats, Cream, Palm oil, Coconut oil, Butter
SPICES	SPICES
Fennel, Turmeric, Mint, Cumin, Carom, Coriander, Fenugreek, Rock salt, Black pepper	Red chili powder
Drinks	Drinks
Milk, Homemade soup, Buttermilk, Carrot juice, Bitter Gourd juice, Aloe Vera juice, Lemon water, Amla juice	Alcohol, Carbonated beverages like Coke, Limca, Pepsi, Fanta etc., Canned soup, Packaged soup and Canned fruit juices, Caffeinated drinks, Coffee, Tea
DRY FRUITS & SEEDS	DRY FRUITS & SEEDS
Flax seed, Sesame seeds, Pumpkin seed, Almond	Cashew nuts, Peanuts
FLESH FOODS	FLESH FOODS
Egg white, Boiled egg, Lean Meat, Skin out chicken, Tuna, Salmon	Meat (can be taken in limited amount) Fish fried, prawns, Lobster, crab, lean beef, pork, lamb, ham, turkey, rabbit, Egg yolk, fish roe, sausages, mutton, salami, bacon, duck, goose, meat pies, visible fat on meat, chicken skin, liver, kidney, chest, Anchovies, Sardines, Mackerel, Codfish, Herring, Mussels, Scallops, Shrimp.
OTHERS	OTHERS
Homemade only, Honey, Jaggery	All bakery products or processed, Pastry, Puddings, Cakes, Biscuits, Sauces, Fruit jellies, Jams, Mayonnaise, Ice-cream, Cream soups, Dark chocolate, Butter scotch, Coconut bar, Chutneys, Pickles, Junk food, Deep fried foods, Spicy foods, Too much salty food

DIET TIPS

Walk for at least 30-45 min is recommended.
Whole fruit should be preferred to fruit juices.
Skipping of meals should be avoided, especially the breakfast
6 -Soaked Almond per day
Water intake should be at least 10-12 glass regularly.
Herbal Tea – Boil ½ tsp each of fennel, coriander, cumin in cups of water till it’s reduced to 2 cups.
Cleanliness and hygiene should be maintained.
Outdoor activity should be increased like jogging, cycling, and running.

Things in this diet chart may vary patient to patient due to the Associated Health Issues, so better to consult Ayurveda Experts for better results.