Question

1. The gall bladder stores bile. A patient in hospital
has had his gall bladder removed and needs a special diet. Which nutrient free
diet would be suitable for this patient and why?

Answer 1

Eat smaller, more frequent meals. This may ensure a better mix with available bile. Include small amounts of lean protein, such as poultry, fish and nonfat dairy, at every meal, along with vegetables, fruit and whole grains.Go easy on fat. Avoid high-fat foods, fried and greasy foods, and fatty sauces and gravies. Instead, choose nonfat or low-fat foods. Read labels and look for foods with 3 grams of fat or less a serving.Gradually increase the fiber in your diet. This can help normalize bowel movements by reducing incidents of diarrhea or constipation. However, it can also make gas and cramping worse. The best approach is to slowly increase the amount of fiber in your diet over a period of weeks.Be aware that after gallbladder surgery some people find that the following are difficult to digest: caffeinated beverages and dairy products.