Scientific evidence indicates that gallstones (responsible for more than 90 percent of gallbladder disease) form when fat intake is low. Why?
Gallbladders need to be kept active. Eating fat keeps the gallbladder working, which involves contraction for proper function; in fact, it will not contract without taking in fat. If the gallbladder isnt processing fat, bile salts crystallize into stones. People with existing gallstones may have trouble with high-fat meals. You can follow a lower fat version of Atkins. Use fish, poultry, lean meats, low-fat cheese (in moderation) and lots of vegetables. Stay away from creamy salad dressing; instead use olive oil and vinegar or a mustard based dressing. Eat nuts only in moderation. Dont fry foods, and use lean cuts of meat. Also avoid from processed meats such as bacon and sausage.
