Gallbladder Removal Guide: Diet, Side Effects & Recovery

Recovering from gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) requires a specific diet to manage nutrient absorption and prevent nausea. Patients should also monitor for B12 anemia and follow safety limits on weight lifting and exercise.

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Liquid Diet for a Gallbladder Surgery

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Jill Corleone, RDN, LD

The gallbladder is a small organ located to the right of your liver. Its primary role is to collect and concentrate the digestive juice bile that is made by your liver. However, your gallbladder is not an essential organ, and your body can function normally without it.