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The high fat diet of this ‘junk food” age has rapidly increased the incidence of stone formation in the gallbladder. Designed to be a reservoir of bile, the gallbladder has the capability of concentrating this liquid into a thick syrup. A diet rich in fats and cholesterol tends to overcharge the bile with bile salts and cholesterol, which readily crystallizes to form stones. Large single stones or many small stones may lie dormant for years, then produce a sudden crisis. In the area of the gallbladder, located just beneath the liver, pain develops, associated with vomiting, fever, or chills.

When a gallstone passes into the common bile duct, obstruction occurs, with jaundice, and even more excruciating pain. In such conditions surgery is mandatory to remove both the stones and diseased gallbladder. Nonsurgical treatment includes a low fat diet and strict avoidance of grease, oils, and other fatty foods. They may help the body to dissolve these stones. Contrast x-rays and ultrasound tests can easily be done to evaluate the gallbladder’s progress. Check first to see if the patient is allergic to the iodine of the gallbladder dye. For best prevention I recommend steadfast control of obesity, and a lifetime adherence to natural foods. This will prevent most gallstones.

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