There are however several natural methods and remedies that can help you lower your cholesterol and dissolve or prevent gallstones.
- Physical activity is essential for complete recovery and to prevent a recurrence of gallstones. Try to exercise on a regular basis with light activities such as walking or cycling at the very least for twenty minutes a day. Yoga is one discipline that is worth considering as many patients have found it to be very beneficial.
- Obesity is another contributing factor so make sure that you are not overweight and try to loose weight gradually through a healthy diet plan and exercise rather than through unhealthy fad diets that are actually dangerous for you.
- The fiber content in your dietary intake is another important consideration. Include plenty of fresh fruits and vegetables as well as whole grains as they are the best source of fiber. Animal fat and saturated or trans fats should be limited or eliminated at the same time. Fiber helps to bind cholesterol, bile and fatty acids, to pass as stools, helping transport cholesterol out of the body, breaking down gallstones gradually.
- Instead of relying solely on cholesterol lowering drugs, try and control your dietary intake so as to lower cholesterol. Lifestyle changes are much healthier than medication, but always make it a point to consult your doctor and never make any decision independently or without his consent.
- Vitamin C intake is vital as it helps convert cholesterol into bile acids. With reduced cholesterol levels and higher bile levels, gallstones will get dissolved slowly but naturally. Foods like oranges, tomatoes, broccoli and sweet potatoes constitute some of the best source of vitamin C.
- Increase your intake of water as well as it is extremely important to stay well hydrated, as this can help dissolve the gallstones.
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