Plant-Based Foods and Healthy Fats
A healthy diet should include a lot of plant-based foods. They contain a lot of essential vitamins, nutrients, antioxidants, as well as minerals to help prevent and treat gallbladder issues. Antioxidants are especially important as they help the body get rid of harmful and toxic molecules called free radicals, which develop as a result of environmental stresses, processed foods, and natural processes. Consuming plant-based sources of antioxidants can help prevent oxidative stress due to the buildup of free radicals, which prevent cell damage and chronic disease like cancer. [3]
Unsaturated fats, especially omega-3, are super healthy and can provide many health benefits for the gallbladder. Great sources of this nutrient include:
– Seeds: pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, hemp seeds, chia seeds, flaxseeds, sunflower seeds
– Nuts: almonds, peanuts, pistachios, cashews, hazelnuts
– Cold-water fish: sardines, tuna, trout, herring, mackerel, salmon
– Flaxseed or fish oils
You may also take supplements, but make sure to consult your healthcare provider beforehand because not all products are suitable for everyone. [4]
