INTRODUCTION
Gall bladder is to collect and store bile, the fluid which helps the body to digest the fats. Gall stones are extra cholesterol stones which are present in gall bladder or bile duct. Gall stones affect women twice more than men, specially those suffering with obesity and diabetes. The general treatment to gall stones is to remove gall bladder by surgery. But, it is not healthy and have many complications that causes illness for life.
A healthy and balanced diet that is low in fat and cholesterol, moderate in calories and high in fiber, intake of Fruits and vegetables which are full of nutrients and fiber, high in vitamin C, calcium, or vitamin B is the best way to improve and protect your gallbladder’s health.
Diet which is high in fat and cholesterol, low in fiber and low calorie can cause discomfort and painful symptoms. Avoid unhealthy fats, fried food, junk food, processed food, preserved food, caffeine, and alcohol as they can trigger a variety of symptoms, such as bloating, nausea, and vomiting. Avoid oxalate containing foods and reduce calcium consumption as it increases oxalate stone formation.It’s always a good idea to keep your body at a healthy weight and take proper diet.
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
CEREALS
TO BE CONSUMED
Whole grains such as Oatmeal, Whole wheat bread, Porridge, Brown rice, Finger millet flour, Quinoa
TO BE AVOIDED
Whole refined flour, White breads, White rice
PULSES
TO BE CONSUMED
All pulses, Legumes
TO BE AVOIDED
Dried and frozen pulses
VEGETABLES
TO BE CONSUMED
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
TO BE AVOIDED
Red and Green chili, Frozen vegetables, Okra, Rhubarb, Spinach, Green leafy vegetables
FRUITS (WITHOUT SEEDS)
TO BE CONSUMED
All fruits like Custard Apple, Pears, Grape and Watermelon, Melon, Banana, Oranges and Apple
TO BE AVOIDED
All canned and packaged fruits, Dried fruits
DAIRY PRODUCTS
TO BE CONSUMED
Low-fat milk (occasionally), Curd, Buttermilk, Yogurt
TO BE AVOIDED
Whole milk and cream, Full-fat yoghurt, Cream cheese, Condensed milk, Cottage cheese
FLESH FOODS
TO BE CONSUMED
Egg white, Boiled egg, Lean Meat, Skin out chicken, Tuna, Salmon
TO BE AVOIDED
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.
SPICES
TO BE CONSUMED
Fennel, Turmeric, Mint, Cumin, Carom, Coriander, Fenugreek, Rock salt, Black pepper
TO BE AVOIDED
Red chili powder
FATS
TO BE CONSUMED
Cow ghee, Groundnut oil, Mustard oil, Olive oil, Canola oil
TO BE AVOIDED
Unsaturated fats, Cream, Palm oil, Coconut oil, Butter
NUTS AND DRY FRUITS
TO BE CONSUMED
Flax seed, Sesame seeds, Pumpkin seed, Almond
TO BE AVOIDED
Cashew nuts, Peanuts
DRINKS
TO BE CONSUMED
Milk, Homemade soup, Buttermilk, Carrot juice, Bitter Gourd juice, Aloe Vera juice, Lemon water, Amla juice
TO BE AVOIDED
Alcohol, Carbonated beverages like Coke, Limca, Pepsi, Fanta etc., Canned soup, Packaged soup and Canned fruit juices, Caffeinated drinks, Coffee, Tea
OTHER FOODS
TO BE CONSUMED
Homemade only, Honey, Jaggery
TO BE AVOIDED
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.