Evidence supporting the use of: Bile salt (unspecified)
For the body system: Gall Bladder

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Bile salts are scientifically recognized for their role in the digestion and absorption of dietary fats. They are synthesized in the liver, stored in the gallbladder, and released into the small intestine to emulsify fats, facilitating their breakdown by pancreatic enzymes. Supplementation with bile salts (such as ox bile) is sometimes used in clinical settings to support individuals who have gallbladder dysfunction (e.g., after gallbladder removal or in cases of bile acid insufficiency). Several studies and clinical guidelines suggest that bile salt supplementation can alleviate symptoms of fat malabsorption, such as steatorrhea, and improve fat-soluble vitamin absorption in these populations. While the primary use is for those with compromised bile production or flow, rather than directly for "gallbladder health," the supplementation is intended to support the normal physiological role that the gallbladder and bile salts play in digestion. However, for individuals with a healthy gallbladder, there is limited evidence to suggest additional benefit from bile salt supplementation, and unnecessary use may potentially disrupt normal digestive processes. In summary, scientific evidence supports the use of bile salts for certain clinical indications related to gallbladder dysfunction or absence, but not as a general supplement for gallbladder health in the general population.

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