Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Fiber is scientifically validated to support digestive health, including in individuals with a sluggish gallbladder or after gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy). When the gallbladder is sluggish or absent, bile flows continuously into the intestine rather than being released in response to meals. This can lead to fat malabsorption, diarrhea, and gastrointestinal discomfort. Dietary fiber, especially soluble fiber found in foods like oats, psyllium, and fruits, can help bind bile acids and slow intestinal transit. Clinical studies and expert guidelines recommend increased fiber intake after gallbladder removal to help normalize bowel movements, reduce diarrhea, and support gut health.

However, while there is scientific support for fiber's general benefits in digestive health and symptom management after cholecystectomy, direct research specifically on fiber's effect on "sluggish" gallbladders is limited. Most recommendations are extrapolated from its effects on bile acid metabolism and post-cholecystectomy syndromes. Overall, fiber is considered a supportive dietary measure with a moderate level of evidence (rated 3/5), primarily based on clinical experience, mechanistic studies, and some controlled trials focused on post-gallbladder removal symptoms.

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