What Happens to Your Body Years After Gallbladder Removal

Dr. Eric Berg DC

Around 700,000 gallbladder removals are performed in the US every year. Discover the gallbladder removal side effects they don’t tell you about, what happens years after gallbladder removal, and why a healthy gallbladder is vital for digestive health.

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Keep watching to learn more about insulin resistance, TUDCA, and the importance of bile:
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▶️ https://youtu.be/5xrQzIxpp1k
▶️ https://youtu.be/boTzigj646Q
▶️ https://youtu.be/rWwR_UYdiu0

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0:00 Gallbladder removal
0:27 Gallbladder function
1:24 The importance of bile
1:53 SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth)
2:45 Gallbladder stones
5:40 Gallbladder removal side effects
6:22 Fiber and digestive health
6:59 Bile deficiency symptoms
8:42 Pancreatic function after gallbladder removal
9:41 Choline and gallbladder health
11:07 Gallbladder pain

When faced with gallbladder surgery, most people are told there’s no other option, and the side effects of gallbladder removal aren’t always properly explained.

The gallbladder is a small sac that stores and concentrates bile, releasing it when you eat to help break down fat. Bile is produced by the liver and is critical for proper nutrient absorption.

Gallbladder stones are one of the main reasons for a cholecystectomy. Gallstones typically form from the crystallization of excess cholesterol. Bile sludge is a precursor to gallstones.

Fat consumption triggers gallbladder contraction and bile release. Low-fat diets are often recommended, but they are not always the best approach for digestive health.

Excess estrogen can increase the risk of gallstones. Insulin resistance can also increase the risk and is often at the root of many gallbladder problems.

The full side effects that can occur after gallbladder removal surgery aren’t always discussed. After gallbladder removal, many people experience problems related to either excess bile or bile deficiency.

Choline is essential for helping prevent gallstones, yet many people don’t get enough. Eggs are one of the best sources of choline.

DATA:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10076044
https://www.surgjournal.com/article/S0039-6060(23)00393-8/fulltext

Dr. Eric Berg, DC, Bio:
Dr. Berg, DC, age 61, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis and Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book "The Healthy Keto Plan" and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices but focuses on health education through social media.

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Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg, DC, received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationsh

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Around 700,000 gallbladder removals are performed in the US every year. Discover the gallbladder removal side effects they don’t tell you about, what happens years after gallbladder removal, and why a healthy gallbladder is vital for digestive health.

👉 Download Dr. Berg's Free Daily Health Routine: https://drbrg.co/4i8Zi21

Keep watching to learn more about insulin resistance, TUDCA, and the importance of bile:
▶️ https://youtu.be/cUXSPIi5mE0
▶️ https://youtu.be/5xrQzIxpp1k
▶️ https://youtu.be/boTzigj646Q
▶️ https://youtu.be/rWwR_UYdiu0

Find out everything you need to know about gallbladder health in this article: https://drbrg.co/4fWFs8T

Just so you know, my full line of high-quality supplements is available on Amazon — search Dr. Berg Supplements.

0:00 Gallbladder removal
0:27 Gallbladder function
1:24 The importance of bile
1:53 SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth)
2:45 Gallbladder stones
5:40 Gallbladder removal side effects
6:22 Fiber and digestive health
6:59 Bile deficiency symptoms
8:42 Pancreatic function after gallbladder removal
9:41 Choline and gallbladder health
11:07 Gallbladder pain

When faced with gallbladder surgery, most people are told there’s no other option, and the side effects of gallbladder removal aren’t always properly explained.

The gallbladder is a small sac that stores and concentrates bile, releasing it when you eat to help break down fat. Bile is produced by the liver and is critical for proper nutrient absorption.

Gallbladder stones are one of the main reasons for a cholecystectomy. Gallstones typically form from the crystallization of excess cholesterol. Bile sludge is a precursor to gallstones.

Fat consumption triggers gallbladder contraction and bile release. Low-fat diets are often recommended, but they are not always the best approach for digestive health.

Excess estrogen can increase the risk of gallstones. Insulin resistance can also increase the risk and is often at the root of many gallbladder problems.

The full side effects that can occur after gallbladder removal surgery aren’t always discussed. After gallbladder removal, many people experience problems related to either excess bile or bile deficiency.

Choline is essential for helping prevent gallstones, yet many people don’t get enough. Eggs are one of the best sources of choline.

DATA:
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10076044
https://www.surgjournal.com/article/S0039-6060(23)00393-8/fulltext

Dr. Eric Berg, DC, Bio:
Dr. Berg, DC, age 61, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis and Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book "The Healthy Keto Plan" and is the Director of Dr. Berg Nutritionals. He no longer practices but focuses on health education through social media.

Follow Me on Social Media:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Drberg

YouTube Shorts: https://www.youtube.com/@drbergshorts

Keto Recipe: https://www.youtube.com/@drbergketorecipes

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drericberg

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drericberg/

Spotify Podcast: 🎧 https://drbrg.co/DrBerg-Spotify

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drbergofficial

X: https://x.com/dr_ericberg

Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg, DC, received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full-time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose, and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, prescription, or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationsh

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