Gallstones are calcium deposits that encase bacteria and parasites found in the liver. The stones are a lime-greenish color and may cause extreme pain when blocking the bile duct, especially if the stones at not broken down. They are a common digestive problem that not only effect the middle-aged, but also those in their 20s or early 30s.
The gallbladder collects gallstones and also acts as a digestive aid to fatty foods. Foods such as pizza, deep-fried egg rolls, and sour cream are just a few that can trigger a gallbladder attack. A gallbladder attack is extremely painful, and for those who are prone to gallbladder attacks, it may become necessary to know a quick at-home remedy for the pain.
Lemon Juice and Gallstones
Lemon juice is very beneficial for those who suffer from gallstones. It also comes in rather handy when the meal includes very fatty foods. Lemon juice works by breaking down gallstones that may be released by eating fatty foods, due possibly to its acidic nature. To prevent a gallbladder attack, pour a couple tablespoons of pure organic lemon juice into a glass of water. Drink the lemon water with the meal.
If someone is suffering from a gallbladder attack, the quickest way to relieve pain is to drink the lemon juice directly without being diluted. One swig will stop the pain for about 15 minutes to one hour, so it is suggested to drink at least a quarter cup of lemon juice. The lemon juice should take effect within 15 minutes or so, as soon as it is finished being digested by the stomach.
Gallbladder Cleanse with Lemon Juice
Lemon juice is often used as a natural gallbladder cleanse. The cleanse consists of ingesting olive oil followed by drinking lemon juice. The lemon juice breaks up the stones, so that they can pass easily through the bile duct and down into the intestines. On the other hand, the olive oil opens up the duct and allows the stones to enter the intestines easily.
Most physicians recommend removal of the gallbladder (if there is a problem with gallstones), but before having surgery to remove the gallbladder, it is important to consider the functions of the gallbladder. The gallbladder produces bile to help digest greasy and fatty foods. It also collects calcium-encased bacteria and parasites. Without the gallbladder, the liver will have to work harder, but it has otherwise been proven safe to have the gallbladder removed.
Disclaimer: Lemon juice should not be used as a replacement for emergency treatment of gallstones. It is only recommended for the use as a natural pain reliever. A diagnosis is highly necessary if it is suspected that the gallbladder is trying to release gallstones. If a high fever, shaking chills, excessive vomiting accompany a gallbladder attack, seek emergency help immediately. It may be that a gallstone may have blocked the bile duct (which could cause jaundice) or there may be an infection.
Source:
Curezone.com, "Dr. Hulda Clark Liver Cleanse & Gallbladder Cleanse and Gallbladder Flush Recipe," (accessed July 6, 2010).
Elisheva Weyers - My articles are written out of my genuine interest and not purely for monetary gain.
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