Should I Take Bile Salts? When NOT To Take It.....

[@aundriab.9538]

Time to talk to my doc about this; no one's ever said anything about taking bile salts or digestive enzymes after having my gall bladder removed over 10 years ago. A lot of things were never explained to me post-procedure that would've made a world of difference. So tired of the symptoms that have really impaired my quality of life. Thank you.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

When you speak with your Doctor ---ask 'How come nobody mentioned this?'

[@cynthiashores57]

Makes you wonder if your doctor is a 2nd grader in disguise!!! From all of the comments given by people who've had gallbladder removal, this seems to be a VERY COMMON PROBLEM. Just pay attention to the vast number of people who were NEVER told anything about bile salts by their PCP or their SURGEON. Just listening to these KZbin videos and reading the comments will blow your mind. No one ever told them to take bile salts. Guess what - some have been able to get off of Prilosec for heartburn and throatburn. Sheesh!🤔🙁😡 Need to overhaul what they are teaching in medical school and tell them to talk to their patients.

[@lauriej4597]

My surgeon never told me any of this, either, before my gallbladder was taken out. All he said was that you can live just fine without a gallbladder. Well, maybe some people can but not me. Ever since the surgery I’ve had severe constipation mixed with cramps and diarrhea at times and extreme weight loss. Not to mention slow stomach motility causing chronic gastritis. Been to many gastroenterologists for help and most just throw up their hands in confusion and tell me to go to a tertiary center like Cleveland Clinic. I am feeling weak a lot as I’m not absorbing nutrients well. It’s been hell for two years. I had to research all this on my own and finally am taking bile salts and enzymes but still not gaining my weight back. If I’d have known I’d have all these issues, I never would have had that surgery.

[@lauriej4597]

@@cynthiashores57 Amen to that. Couldn’t agree more.

[@karenb1483]

@Aundria B. same situation here. Now all my doctor tells me is to take more fiber to control the fluctuating constipation and diarrhea. I ordered the bile salts today and I can’t wait to get it.

[@poppylove3673]

I had my gallbladder out over 15 years ago, no one told me I needed to take bile salts until I'm learning this now! 😮 Now I have fatty liver, not from drinking but most likely from sugar, carbs, and medications for inflammation and pain, from fibromyalgia, arthritis and neuropathy. Thank you! I'm trying to start intermittent fasting, and will get bile salts!

[@EmilyJohnson558]

Same here, nobody told me I should take bile salts. I experienced dumping syndrome for 2 years after my surgery.

[@laurasteigerwald755]

Same here

[@SandyAlmansa]

This explains so much. Wish I had known this 10 years ago.

[@laurasteigerwald755]

Same 🙁

[@milliethemillinator3154]

​@@michaels5676😂😂😂😂😂😂 Wow, absolute BS

[@rlynnpierce2166]

I wish my daughter could see you. She had her gallbladder removed about 9 years ago at the age of 24. I felt this was way too young but the surgeon "thought this was the problem, though he did not see real evidence". He also told us she would be fine after surgery - NOT. She has has problems ever since. Chronic stomach issues, diarrhea, etc. Nobody even cares to listen.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Sorry to hear. Start her on the Bile Salts...

[@Chiclette-ld1xx]

Had my gallbladder removed in the early 80's and not once did anyone tell me that I needed digestive enzymes or bile salts and now after suffering from chronic indigestion for a nbr of years and doing my own research looks like I found my answer. I pray that these so called specialists who remove organs have not caused me to damage my liver and given me fatty liver disease or pancreatitis.

[@spring7029]

Ty I had my gallbladder removed 20 years ago and never given this information ❤️been suffering with various problem due to this for year. God bless!

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Thank you for your support.

[@BreakingNewGroundSubstack]

Ive heard that its important to take on an empty stomach because it lowers stomach acidity temporarily

[@KE-hr4sb]

Omg, I'm partially so mad, and so relieved, both at the same time! I had my gallbladder removed 20 years ago. I asked my doc at the time, what are my alternative options aside from surgery? What are the long-term side effects? And he basically made it sound like if I didn't remove it, I would be in pain, have to zap gallstones, and possibly on expensive medication for the rest of my life; whereas if I had it removed, all my problems magically disappear. (I'm wondering if they get a bonus for talking people into surgeries now, lol.) I chose to have it removed. There was zero mention of bile salts, digestive enzymes, etc; in fact the opposite; he told me that my body produced more than enough bile to digest my food without my gall bladder and I could go on living a normal life. This right here is why (some) doctors are so dangerous, with their "I'm a medical professional and you aren't" (Yes, they've actually said that to my face if I ask questions) attitude.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Thank you for your support. Good luck to your health.

[@1966johnnywayne]

Yeah, "Trust the professionals" and don't look behind the curtain.

[@marleneisnarcfreepeaceful7060]

Same with me! 28 years ago. I wish I knew this! Thankful I know it now

[@mkaberli]

I'm in the same boat as you, except I had my gallbladder removed over forty years ago. None of the MDs that I've had have informed me about the negative effects of having had the operation, even though I've always included that info when asked about previous surgeries.

[@dennisallende7214]

I was at my gastrointerologist the other day (I have a 2.4 cm stone) and when I showed his nurse the bottle of bile salts, she said she knew nothing about bile salts. Unbelievable how bad some doctor's offices are.

[@michellelottie2853]

I so appreciate you! OMG! You just saved so many lives! God’s blessings to you.

[@wendyrowland7787]

That was very helpful, I have just suggested to my gastroenterologist that bile salts may help. My gall bladder was probably removed in error as it was heathy. It would appear my undiagnosed celiac disease was in fact the cause of so much pain. I have just suggested to him that bile salts may help as I know I am deficient if my laterally striped fingernails are a clue. So glad to get your advice that bile salts are a bad idea. My doctor seemed perplexed by my suggestion.

[@dkharris5002]

Wow. I've had my gall bladder removed, but I also have tested positive as hyperthyroid in the past. I also have celiac. No wonder I have a difficult time finding answers.....

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Sorry to hear that

[@stb3987]

I had the Hyperthyroid gland, removed. Then gallbladder polyps, removed. Is there a correlation?

[@HardRockMaster7577]

Thanks. I watched at 75% playback speed for better comprehension!

[@MrX-rr8cw]

Another job well done. Thank you for posting.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Thanks for watching!

[@donavinnezar]

immediately liking this without knowing the conent because you put a disclaimer ! more channels need those lol

[@nehemiahtello9671]

I have NAFLD and went on Keto 3 months ago...Ive never had liver Pain for the first time in 5 yrs. I disagree about eating too much fat. Its the sugar and carbs that causes NAFLD not healthy fats.

[@PaulinhaTommy]

Thanks for sharing this valuable information that doctors don't tell us! New subscriber here. I had my gallbladder removed 10 months ago and doctors just sent me home saying everything was going to be fine. Now, I have diarrhea alternating with constipation, heartburn, indigestion and severe inflamed colon. My primary doctor prescribed me digestive enzymes that have helped me a little, but still not feeling good, I mentioned to doctors about bile salts and tudca and they said no. I'm wonder if I can take digestive enzymes and bile salts with big meals together? if so, should I take both before the meal right? I actually starting taking Tudca days ago, following one of your videos, one Am and one PM (250 mg each time). Thanks again!

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Thank you for your support.

[@EmilyJohnson558]

look up dumping syndrome from gallbladder surgery.

[@GaylorTall]

Ok soooo I have my gallbladder removed BUT I also now have Bile Salt Diarrhea? So ? To take Bile Salts or not??? Is it going to make my diarrhea worse?

[@Mlrunlisted1]

For biliary sludge, Another Dr says to make sure you take them AWAY from food bc you’re circumventing your own digestion. Seemed to make sense.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Sounds good.

[@myharrybalzahk]

What if I have hyperparathyroidism? Can I still take bile salts? Also, I find your videos very educational and easy to understand. Keep doing what you're doing Dr. Jawad.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

The parathyroid glands are the main regulator of plasma calcium and have a direct influence on the digestive tract. Yes, you can.

[@myharrybalzahk]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 thanks for the info and reply, Dr.!

[@jackievail3107]

My gall bladder burst when I was 16 yrs old. I’m now 67. No one has ever mentioned bike salts! I have struggled with my weight all my life. Had sleeve Bariatric surgery 5 years ago. Weight is starting to come back 😢. I often have diarrhea after I eat my fist meal each morning. Should I take bile salts? Don’t need to make things worse but I’m open to trying salts to help my body function better. I am doing IF 18:6

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yes -- take bile salts.

[@kaninecalms2785]

You are fantastic. Thank you for this teaching. God Bless

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

You are very welcome

[@useromisa5909]

Wow! Awesome explanation. Thank you Doc.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

You are welcome.

[@bangthoyib3869]

Good information, unfortunately the writing in the whiteboad is to small for me to read... i wish he could make it bigger

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Sorry about that

[@claystone7729]

Thank you for making this.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

My pleasure!

[@maztergee]

Thank you soo much for your Input :)

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

My pleasure!

[@bobbieingersoll4306]

Is this guy a medical doctor?

[@MrX-rr8cw]

Did you read the notes under the video?

[@AuggieX1]

Have you read his credentials? What is the purpose of that question ?

[@mickellbientto51]

Thank you very much Dr....great info...

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Glad it was helpful!

[@shannamack4290]

Gallbladder removed, 2002, IBS (M) gastritis/ GERD ( put on nexium & Welch's for bile sequestriant ) to much bile ( vomit 🤢 or the other ) Don't eat fat ( ever) Now migraines I'm miserable and can't plan anything ( covid doesn't have me confined, my stomach does ....lol)

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Sorry to hear that.

[@susiwakeman4271]

Thank you x possible video could be on high cholesterol following gall bladder removal also throwing in a genetic link to high cholesterol - a discussion on which could be the causal factor? X much love and God Bless from the UK xx

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Noted. Great suggestion.

[@jefferyzimmerly7362]

When you don’t have a gallbladder you need bile salts they break down the fat in your system. If you don’t have a gallbladder you don’t get the fat broken down you just store it so you need bile salts to help you break down fat .bottom line!

[@karinpeagam7742]

Explains the weight gain after my gb removal

[@padmajathangavel2246]

Thanks🙏

[@tjgrafiks]

You won’t store the fat bcuz your body isn’t absorbing it. It’s excreted through your stools and that’s y they float bcuz it has all the fat!

[@muhubobulhan6318]

Till to this day am thinking about what our doctors were doing to our life? You’ll never see a doctor who will address this kind of issues specially when you are overweight and they know your problems and the help you need but they will never help you. I don’t think our doctors know anything about what causes obesity and liver disease. I get educated gallbladder treatment here on KZbin with Dr. Eric Berg and so much more. I thank every doctor who’s on KZbin helping us without a free. Thank u

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Thank you for your support.

[@muhubobulhan6318]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 you welcome

[@aioniansage6081]

I really appreciate this information. Can bile salts be taken by a perfectly healthy person with no prior conditions ? Taken more as a 'maintenance'. Thanks.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yes, it can.

[@sweetpeace5]

Nobody mentions estrogen from taking HRT for menopause! I’m watching all the videos available on this topic & all I hear is estrogen from taking BIRTH CONTROL. It’s important to mention as this is a very common occurrence with not much info surrounding this possibility.

[@michellet6227]

Thanks for the info...it sure would be great if after I had it removed w/o prior knowledge during a separate surgery, that this info would have been given.

[@mariahhines3353]

I have been suffering with Gerd and my stools are very pale. I eat a very low fat diet since I have problems w/ gallbladder(I still have it) when I eat fats. I have had MRI, sonogram and CT to check my organs and everything looks okay besides a small gallstone and some benign spots on my liver. I am going to try bile salts because something just isn't right im praying they work for me. The pale stools are really scaring me and I just want to be back to normal. Drs just tell me to change my diet and not to worry unless stools are Black or red but thats not comforting or helpful at all. I'm going to try the bile salts. Thank you so much for this helpful information. I really appreciate it.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Thank you for your support. Keep us posted.

[@ilanisx]

Hi Doc, love the video. Im not sure if to take bile salts or not. Ive had my gallbladder removed 5 yrs ago, I am now on OMAD and take metamucil before i break a 16 hr fast so as not to get diarrhea. I have the meal, but then experience discomfort in my stomach, plenty of growling. Should I give the bile salts a go? Thank you for your time.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yes, absolutely

[@kevinstarski1598]

Well, I still don't know if I should take them 🙄

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

then do not take them.

[@kevinstarski1598]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 Well, just because I don't know if I should, doesn't mean I shouldn't.

[@CathAlexandra]

Taking Dr. Berg's Bile Salts. So far so good. Terrible flares of IBS for past two years. My gp has me on omeprazole which helps some. Going to see a gastroenterologist soon. Last time was years ago when my gallbladder was removed and when I had an ESG last December. Elimination diet helped only a little.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Thanks for sharing!

[@KG-of7mu]

Just had my gallbladder removed. No information from Doctors about what I should be taking and not taking. According to them no one really needs a gallbladder. Still trying to figure out the pro's and con's and differences between the bile, enzymes, and pro biotics.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJusgZKafNGGrM0 -- watch this video. Hopefully, it will clear up some confusion.

[@audiocorgan]

Bile salts are bad for SIBO??? sorry mate, but you are wrong on this. Lack of bile promotes sibo. Restoring bile content helps eliminate sibo

[@abunchahooey]

That’s what I thought, too. Was under impression bile salts balance the bad/good bacteria.

[@hilltopvalley6529]

He probably was referring to D, not C

[@myalaynaangel]

I am suffering horribly after my GIST removial.... gallbladder gone, no one told me this... instead they put me on laxatives...

[@DeeHolla911]

From what I can figure out from a lifetime of struggling before and after my gallbladder was removed is that I have too much bile. My skin irrupt’s with blisters and feels like I am on fire. I’m 61 years old and this has been a lifetime battle. I was actually born with eczema and it has continue to be a problem no matter what I do. I think I can adjust this with my diet somewhat. My doctor did subscribe a RX That helped temporarily. I stopped taking it after a year. I just know I feel like I’m losing hope. I have no problems with gas or bloating. I have bright yellow loose floating stools. I have no thyroid issues. Fodmap diet is something I’ve been told me help, but I can’t find one that doesn’t contradict itself. Help.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

You probably have to cut back on the healthy fatty foods.

[@DeeHolla911]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 I Had already stopped taking bile salts months ago because they were burning me so badly. And I don’t consume fatty foods at all hardly the good ones or the bad ones. I had my doctor call a new script for cholestyramine. I had been on it months ago but it stopped working and honestly I hated taking it because of the flavor and the lumps that you cannot stir out of it. But I am changing my eating habits back to a Fodmap type of thing- which honestly are most of the foods that I crave anyway. I also I’m a little nervous about the excess amount of mucus so I probably need to get a colonoscopy done to be certain that everything is in the clear. In regards to the eczema I was born with it literally. I had it as my mother carried me in her room. I wonder if her smoking Pall Mall buttless cigarettes all the way through the pregnancy and then the second hand smoke that we endured as children for years has done something to my DAO gene. I don’t have dry skin anywhere else in my body I don’t have wrinkles to speak of at all- but for some reason this certain part of my body remains to be a continual literal hotspot. I feel like I’m trying to tackle a few things on my own because the medical community does it really look at the whole body. I would appreciate any suggestions. I’m desperate.

[@WayneLeng]

You need to understand that the majority of people do not have to do anything any different when they have their gallbladder removed and they won't have a problem. There are about 20 percent of people who will have some problems with diarrhea but there are some things you can do. Your medical doctor is the one you should be seeing about problems relating to the operation, specifically the gastroenterologist who did the surgery.

[@gykg3202]

Thanks for the video!

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

You're welcome!

[@yourSooRadiC00L]

I had my gallbladder removed when I was a toddler and have had digestive issues my whole life. Doctors have said it’s just IBS. Metamucil and Brewers Yeast have been helping for years but I still have to run to the toilet multiple times a day (it was much worse before I began taking Metamucil and brewers yeast) I am going to definitely try Ox Bile. Is this the best to try? Or is there another bile supplement that is better? I have been weighed down by this my whole life and would do anything to not feel crap every day What doses do you suggest before meals? Should I be taking any other digestive enzymes with it? I think I’ll continue with my Metamucil and Brewers yeast twice daily and just add the bile supplements as well.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

There are other's out there but, this is the one I recommend. Take before the meals --- now the dosage will vary according to your results. You may need to adjust the dosage accordingly. I recommend -- Nature's Plus - Ultra-Zyme.

[@rayahboi]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 Doc please help with question.. Can I take Nature Plus Ultra-Zyme alone? I mean, no need to take bile salts?

[@bruceb5481]

I was told not to waste my money by numerous MDs. 😢

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

How do you mean?

[@cape2838]

Im 30 for past 5 yrs suffered chronic gastritis and ulcerative colitis and maybe Crohn's. I feel I don't know what to do , I have constipation often and overweight and have a history of taking a lot of antibiotics for my prostate. I feel depressed these days, cause my left side under my left rib cage, feels uncomfortable and lame dull pain

[@cape2838]

What should I do? Im desperate

[@cape2838]

Taking mesalazine pills and mosrapide and omeprzole

[@cape2838]

I just bought tudca out of desperation watched your video and also Dr axe and Dr Berg. They said bile salts can help cause I have fatty liver as well

[@cape2838]

I constantly go into remission and then again get sick, mesalazine, PPIs and doctor's visit. No help. They find colon has two ulcers one at rectum and one in the illeum and then also polyps. All adenomas. Im just gonna try tudca. Cause I feel this lame discomfort under my left rib cage dull Discomfort feeling. I need my health back. I'll try tudca and let u guys know. Tudca is a bile salt I heard

[@cape2838]

History of antibiotics and anxiety, obese and constipation, history of using a lot of different meds. No relief.

[@sparrow_6177]

Here in the UK, I had my gallbladder removed after 6 months of agonising pain and acute cholecystitis. That was 10 years ago and there was no follow up or advice given on what to do/not do. I have now developed all sorts of problems and I am not saying it is down to this but it may be. Sometimes I am constipasted, sometimes I have loose stools. I am constantly bloated and look about 8 months pregnant. My stomach is hard and I often burp. My skin is dry to the point it flakes off my face. My scalp is the same. I have itchy, dry eyes and blurred vision. I have recently had bloods done because my energy levels are non existent even after having my B12 injections, and they have all came back normal. Vitamin D levels are 25??? I was suffering with very low levels a few years back. I have terrible heartburn constantly too. I have now been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. My cholesterol is 7.3 but I cannot stand the effects of statins. I do not have this under control. I know you cannot advise me because you are not my doctor but do you think I would benefit from taking bile salts. To be honest, until watching your video, I had never heard of them. Many thanks. Debbie.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Good luck! Please post your success stories.

[@wings_of_delay]

Did you have your doctor check your thyroid?

[@josephetimita2690]

Doc. thant you for your benevolent lecture that has actually relieved my feelings.of this gall bladder issue..I have cholecyctitis, and I want you to tell me the BEST purified bile salt I should buy and start taking. I dont ever want to remove my gall bladder. I appreciate your lecture, I am from Nigeria.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hojPe5umi8mbr9E --- do you research

[@josephetimita2690]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 Yes I do research

[@NeedToKnow1947]

Hello I had my gallbladder removed years ago. What is a good mg when starting Bile Salts? What is the Ox Bile Supplement? Many Thanks

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Ox bile is IN Bile Salts. Start with the recommended dosage and go from there.

[@NeedToKnow1947]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 Thank you I may be pushing my comment luck but is there an Ox Bile Salts you can recommend. I have been reading for 3 days now. I think the reviews are impacting my decision. A recommendation would be a relief at this point 😅!

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

@@NeedToKnow1947 kzbin.info/www/bejne/hojPe5umi8mbr9E

[@الفقيرالىالله-ذ6خ]

سبحان الله وبحمده سبحان الله العظيم

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Can you translate this please?

[@maahishah2317]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 Translation: Glory be to Allah (the one and only true god) and all praise is due to Allah, glory be to Allah the greatest.

[@CrazedCorgi]

Took a bile salt pill with my morning coffee, paying for it all day. >,

[@christinawheeler3123]

What happened to u after taki g bile salt with your coffee?

[@CrazedCorgi]

@@christinawheeler3123 multiple trips to the bathroom, i am fine if i take it after i eat food.

[@bellaroccisano4156]

Which brand did you buy?

[@CrazedCorgi]

@@bellaroccisano4156 i got multiple liver issues, has very little to do with the bile salts. i got a very leaky bile liver. no gall bladder. the bile salts work for me later in the day if i prep my gut in the morning. black coffee with heavy cream. when i take the bile salts after a meal, i am ok. it works too well when i haven't ate any food. if i ate nothing, like on a fast i still have bile pushing through my system none stop. past 3 years were terrible, always planning to go and needing a bathroom nearby, now i know what to do has improved my life. i have way less worrying.

[@bellaroccisano4156]

@@CrazedCorgi thanks so much for sharing. You’ve been through a lot sadly. I will visit my health food store to see what they can recommend for me. All the very best

[@vikkiprevette2934]

My GI says just because you have your gallbladder removed doesn’t have anything to do with bile - salts

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Ok----Bile salts are a primary component of bile and are needed by the body to help break down fats, aid digestion, absorb important vitamins, and eliminate toxins. Bile salts are stored in your gallbladder when they're not being used. If your gallbladder is removed, it can lead to a bile salt deficiency. www.healthline.com/health/bile-salts#:~:text=Bile%20salts%20are%20a%20primary,to%20a%20bile%20salt%20deficiency.

[@upsbabygirl18]

Doesn’t diarrhea show that I’m not absorbing fats well? So shouldn’t I include more bile salts.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

diarrhea --- many reasons why it happens. Yes, include more bile salts...

[@nayjavu]

I've been asking my health team about this and they are rude, laugh at me and tell me to stop going on the internet. I'm so frustrated. I have a fatty liver and gallstones, so they only want to focus on removing the gallbladder and not what's causing the issues of the low bile I'm creating in the first place. I've also has chronic constipation for years. So the fact they literally tell me...none of this is connected at all to the gallbladder issue and just take it out and all my problems will be solved...I'm not convinced. By removing the gallbladder...it impacts the bile even more, so how would THAT help my constipation when I need the lubrication for the colon? They tell me nothing needs to be compensated for. I'm so annoyed.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

True --- You should 'only do as you are told'. You cannot have 'free thinking'.

[@juliezilkie6882]

48 years old, and have had three gallbladder attacks in the last year. Miserable, but I have bounced back. I am wanting to support my gallbladder, which clearly is struggling. Would you recommend Tudca to help me keep my gallbladder? I am currently eating a Keto/Carnivore lifestyle and take digestive bitters before every meal. Found you today, and I have never head of Tudca! Super interesting

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yes, I recommend. In addition, if you can do a gallbladder 'flush' ---there are many out to try. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn-5gJ6AfrF6lbs

[@snehalsinghrathore800]

Hi Doctor. Can i take ox bile and dygestive enzymes? for heartburn and stomach burn, which I am experiencing after my gallbladder removal surgery. Thanks!!

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yes, however -- watch the types of foods you are eating. And you may need to balance out the stomach pH as well by using Apple Cider Vinegar.

[@bonniemanning3621]

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[@mrpush2532]

I've never heard it mentioned that they "tweak" any of the bile.ducts after removing the gallbladder.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yes--- it can/does happen.

[@mrpush2532]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 But why would the mess with the common bile duct? Your just asking for trouble with scar tissue and possible issues. Also not sure how the bile flows at all with no pump. Unless the sphincter of oddi is opening by the presents of fat as well.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

@@mrpush2532 not ALL surgeries are 100% successful. Sometimes THAT happens.....

[@ma.christinabrion1724]

Hi, doc. I listened to your discussion. I have a concern my gallbladder was removed 3 years ago and unfortunately I got back to my old diet (I eat a lot) and my uric acid is very high. Do you think this is related because I don't have my gallbladder anymore? Pls help.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yes---- once the gallbladder is removed you cannot go back to the same diet you had before. High Uric Acid --- stay away from: Red meat, cheese, dairy, and red wine. Take an adult aspirin for 30 days.

[@beardumaw24]

Stop eating so much, pretty simple, people have no will power now days.

[@JASHALL10]

Why would you take the bile salts before a meal since bile salts are alkaline? The stomach needs acid to break down your food, so adding bile salts right before or during a meal makes no sense. Wouldn't it make sense to take it 60-90 minutes after a meal?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Please share your thoughts on AFTER meal? ---

[@paulmorris6177]

I heard the same thing. Since the acids in the stomach break down food, it doesn’t make sense to inhibit that (and turn the acids more alkaline) since we don’t have a gallbladder anymore and we need all the help we can get..lol. Also question…what’s the recommended daily dietary fat for a person without a gallbladder? We NEED fat but how much is TOO much? Thanks!

[@caty9995]

Don't take it if you have hyperthyroidism you said. What about if you have hypothyroidism and are taking levothyroxine to make the thyroid work. Wouldn't the bile salts make that medication work even more and then cause hyperthyroidism?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Hyperthyroidism -- is a Autoimmune Disease.

[@caty9995]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 yes I know that I had graves disease in my 30s got the radioactive treatment for it and then I became hypothyroid. Now I'm on medication ( Synthroid ) for the rest of my life. What I'm trying to find out here is if bile salts will affect the medication. The doctor had to bring down my dose of Synthroid because my thyroid started to go too fast again. Am I taking a risk if I take bile salts? I really do need something because I have no gallbladder and I'm having a hard time digesting fatty foods especially beef, sardines, and salmon. I need to eat beef because I was diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia and very low vitamin D but the supplements really don't agree with me.

[@ggpink9044]

Hello and thanks for this video! Had mine removed 15 years ago and recently learned about bile salts. Started looking into it because my liver sometimes feels like it has gas bubbles or something. I’ve never had any problems with digestion other than the sensations that I’m feeling now. I took bile yesterday for the first time, one with lunch and one with dinner. Today I am bloated and it looks like something congealed hasn’t been used (if you know what I mean, I don’t want to get too graphic). This has me concerned and wondering if I should be taking it. Is this normal? Is there something else I should add to it? Thanks in advance!

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Take the Bile Salts with food. You may have irritation at first because your body is not used to the supplement yet.

[@allnfun6315]

TheJDocRealMinute Would it be good to drink tudca down with water and a splash of ACV and or lemon juice?

[@bingbashbosh1]

I had the same feeling last night, it was really bad wind, likely from the stuff that wasn't digested as you suggested. If you take it with a meal long term you it should go away.

[@TheVicdub]

What will happen if I have cronhs and I take bile salt? How would it make my cronhs worse? I am curious. I have started taking Bile salt to help me with tremendous bloating after a meal.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

It might increase diarrhea......so slow dose it..

[@ondahillfishing]

I’ve been taking bile salt for a month and it has really helped my digestive system but I’ve had an increase in cankor sores in my mouth. Does this have anything to do with the bile salts and should I stop with the bile salts?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

I have never heard of the connection between the two. But -Rinsing with salt water can dry out canker sores and keep them from swelling. Mix one teaspoon of table salt in a half cup of warm water and swish it around your mouth for 15 to 30 seconds before spitting it out. Rinse with salt water as needed

[@pwlacombe]

Canker sores can be a sign of zinc deficiency. Heard that from Dr Berg.

[@Danielle-rb2jk]

Great video, very informative. And can someone become dependent taking bile salts for every large meal, every day for years? In other words does our gallbladder not produce the bile needed because we're taking the bile salts? I have my gallbladder, but have difficulty digesting fats. Taking broad spectrum bile salts helps me immensely. But I worry about taking them over a long period of time. Thanks!

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Taking bile salts after a LARGE..meal.....can be beneficial because you are HELPING the gallbladder. The gallbladder is constantly making 'bile' as long as YOU are eating 'healthy fat' foods. Bile--- is made from good-fat-foods --- you can get gallstones by eating 'too little' fats. In addition, high estrogen makes the bile 'boggy' as well. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jpCblJiEh61nna8 --- this is great to take together ..

[@margotmargot4426]

the bile is made by the liver NOT by the gallbladder.

[@breakinfree]

I thought bile is good for SIBO? I thought bile is best after you eat so you don't reduce acid?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

So here's the other side of the SIBO coin: while yes, bile keeps SIBO from overgrowing, once you have SIBO, it fights back by deconjugating bile acids. This deconjugation should occur only in the colon primarily, because that's where the vast majority of the bacteria is supposed to be.

[@doe-pm5vg]

Hello Doc I had my gallbladder removed 2015 I’m a 40yr old Male having like 8 BM a day Diarrhea most of the times I need some help

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Watch my video on TUDCA.

[@josephetimita2690]

Doc. I sent an email to you and you have not replied to it. Please kindly help me. I have been diagonised of gall bladder bile stones Cholecystitis and I dont want to undergo any surgical operation to remove my gall bladder. From your highly satisfying educative video I have watched on gall bladder issues and when and not to take Bile salt, What brand of bile salt do you recommenmdd for me. I am writing from Nigeria. Help me please.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/hojPe5umi8mbr9E

[@vishalmishraus]

Great video. For those that still have their gallbladder, I’d like to know when to stop taking it. I’ve been taking these for a while. Now I want to figure out when to stop taking them. Is it trial and error? What symptoms should I look for if I stop. Unless you are advocating taking these for life which I don’t think you are (for those with gallbladder). Thanks in advance.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

If you have a gallbladder --- you can take these 'as needed'.

[@angela1981]

I've read it helps sibo

[@lindamcclellan8434]

Will this effect me...I have hyponatremia

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

My recommendation would be to start taking himalayan sea salt.

[@nanaefrem9569]

Thank you very much!!! 👍👍🙏🙏

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

You are welcome!

[@KingsDaughter.]

I wish it would be easier to work out if bile salts are for me

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Maybe try different brands.

[@KingsDaughter.]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 thank you. I tried half a tablet with a meal today and seems to work OK 😊

[@rojano4458]

Thanks doc but I faced problem many year since 2002 after removing my gallbladders

[@jreifsnyder2225]

Yes I was eating a low-fat diet and got gallstones

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Need 'healthy fats'.

[@MrCenpi]

Dr Jawad tell me please how to stop bile reflux. Thks

[@m.skinner6303]

That's interesting, 🤔 I take estrogen in the bio- identical form with progesterone and testosterone. I've been taking super enzymes with ox bile in it. I think I gave myself hashimotos ....I have vaginally bleeding the doctor did a biospy for cancer, and I read hashimoto can cause bleeding as well. I hope your right, I made things worse by taking ox bile. Thank you!!

[@trinacanning4778]

What about with no gallbladder and gastric bypass?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

You can give it a try. Just a lower dosage.

[@richricogranada9647]

Would flax seed make bile thick, as it is estrogen food?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

The mono- and polyunsaturated fats found in olive oil, canola oil, and omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in avocados, canola, flaxseed, and fish, are beneficial in preventing gallstone disease.

[@satyadharma257]

Wonderful piece of information doc! My son is 18 ,a Thal Major and is off transfusions from the last 6 years , taking thalidomide and hydroxy urea , HB is around 10 - His spleen was removed 12 years ago - He has fatty liver and an indirect bilirubin of 5 - has few 4 mm stones in the gall bladder- Can he take bile salts ?? Kindly advice - thanking you in anticipation

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

I would recommend watching my video on TUDCA as well. First, try a Gallbladder flush. Yes, I would recommend trying bile salts as well.

[@yukisnalda2268]

What if you are throwing up bile

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

I would get that checked out by a medical professional.

[@RayahBoi_TV]

Thank you Doc

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

You are very welcome

[@kevinobrien3669]

Can anyone tell me how much to take after a meal with fat. I've had my gall bladder removed.. Thanks!

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

The dosage on the bottle start with.

[@ItsMe-ic7on]

Okay I have a question Doc. Back in the 90s does that mean the doctors did not know they should be telling their patients to take bile salts? I ask because well they didn't and they sure in the world did not tell me that I should also not being a lot of fatty foods I found that out ten years later by a nineteen-year-old I was working with who had nothing to do with healthcare we were in telemarketing.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Great question. I have no idea what they were telling their patients.

[@charliedimick398]

Had my gallbladder removed 7 years ago I have had diarrhea for a while.just got prescribed bio salts haven't taken yet after seeing this don't know if I should????

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Give it a try and see how it goes. Watch my newest video as well.

[@jerilynn871]

how would you know if your producing too much bile?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

diarrhea...

[@marygraceful]

Doctor said I don't need bike salts because I still produce bile so it's best to take plant enzyme to breakdown fat with no gallbladder I'm confused?

[@awrempire]

I have constipation and piles laxtive doesn't work can I take bile salt

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yes, however -- increase your fiber intake.

[@ducheau100]

So If I'm making too much bile then I dont need the bile salts? Had my gallbladder removed.

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

No ---- you are not making the concentrated bile. I recommend the bile salts because your 'on/off/concentrater' mechanism ---is gone. Leaky faucet.

[@gretavains8707]

Where to buy bile salts

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Online...

[@gif24gt60]

I was recommended a low fat diet which consists of 50grams or less of fat per day. How many grams of fat per day is considered good to help keep the bile purging but not too much that would contribute to fatty liver based on a 3,000-4,000 calories per day?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Good question.

[@Bobby-wo4ub]

Thank you Doctor, It was very informative, you are a great teacher! What if an obese person is losing fat too fast, and do intermittent fasting most of the days? Do you recommend taking Bile salts to treat gallbladder sludge?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Bile Salts --- indeed. Congrats on the weight loss.

[@Bobby-wo4ub]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 Thank you Doctor!

[@cindyherr1653]

Can ox bile be used instead of bile salts?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yes, it can be.

[@kayjenn5721]

Hi. I have diarrhea everyday sometimes 3-8 times a day. I don’t eat fried foods or high fat content. My poo is also yellow can’t remember last time it was brown. I have no gallbladder. Should I take bile salts? I’ve read you shouldn’t take enzymes or bile salts if you have diarrhea. Help Please

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Yellow poop indicates malabsorption and fatty stool. Yes, start with a low dose only during the big meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

[@RabeccaChintu-pc3ky]

Feeling pain in my left rib and stomache can I use Bile salt

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Give it a try......

[@gif24gt60]

Can bile salts help dissolve and safely eliminate gallstones?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

It may... kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn-5gJ6AfrF6lbs

[@jackiemansfield8325]

I rather take synthetic TUDCA, as it doesn’t come from Animals.

[@marianbab]

Hi doctor. I have suffer lots of pains due to gallstones and I don't want to remove my gallbladder. Can bile salt help desolve the stones and stop all the pains ?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Depends on the size of the stones. Research 'Gallbladder flush'. In addition --- watch my video on TUDCA. -- Good luck!

[@marianbab]

Ok thank you so much

[@brodya3181]

How much time before the meal should I take the bile?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Best taken 15 minutes before.

[@kimburkemcclellan2525]

Dose for cholestasis?

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Check other videos for the dosages.

[@realtruth7944]

Good word 👏👌👍

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

Thanks a lot

[@realtruth7944]

@@thejdocrealminute4648 your welcome

[@ev7874]

Great info I have Diarrhea most of the time not get Constipated. Is it a good Idea to take bile salts for Loading and to lose weight? Thank you Doctor

[@thejdocrealminute4648]

I don't understand your question?