What to Eat & What to Avoid After Gallbladder Surgery

What to Eat & What to Avoid After Gallbladder Surgery

What Is Gallbladder Removal Surgery

Gallbladder removal surgery, or cholecystectomy, is performed for a variety of reasons. However, the most common reason is because of gallstones, which cause intense pain and can be dangerous if left untreated.

Gallbladder Removal Diet

If you are preparing to get gallbladder surgery, you may be a little anxious about the recovery process. More specifically, you may want to know what you will need to eat after gallbladder surgery. So what is the gallbladder removal diet like? Here are the foods to avoid after gallbladder surgery.

Foods You Should Avoid After Gallbladder Removal Deep-Fried Foods (Fries, Potato Chips, Fried Chicken)

High Fat Meats & Dairy Products

Any Food Made with Butter, Lard, Or Hydrogenated Oil

Pizza

Cheeseburgers

Chocolate

What To Eat After Gallbladder Surgery

In the days after getting laparoscopic gallbladder surgery, you will be put on a clear liquid diet for a few days. Clear liquids include water, broth, and electrolyte beverages. After a few days, you’ll be able to start adding more foods into your diet. You’ll likely be on this diet for a few days after transitioning from clear liquids. From here, you’ll be able to add solid foods back in.

Adding High-Fat Foods Back into Your Diet You can start adding high-fat foods back into your diet when your doctor tells you it’s safe, which is generally after a month post-op. However, it’s highly recommended to stick to a low-fat diet for most of your meals (and enjoy an occasional indulgence every once in a while). Interested in learning more about surgical procedures?

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