Gallbladder health is an essential component of overall health and well-being. Gallbladder cleansing is typically associated with aiding the passing of gallstones; however, some foods and herbs contain elements that naturally purge the gallbladder whether or not gallstones are present. When trying any home remedy, you should consult your physician first.
Lemon
Rich in vitamin C, citric acid, calcium and magnesium, lemons naturally boost your immunity and help your body fight infection. Lemons also possess antibacterial and antiviral qualities in addition to acting as a natural diuretic, cleansing the liver and helping the digestive process. To naturally cleanse your gallbladder with lemon, you can simply drink the undiluted juice of one to two lemons before bed at night and then lay on your right side for 20 minutes. Another cleansing lemon remedy involves making a mixture of the juice of three lemons, three teaspoons of cream of tartar, and three teaspoons of epsom salts. Pour the mixture into a pint jar of water and take one tablespoon of the solution each morning before breakfast.
Grapefruit Fast
Grapefruit, which has been hailed for its medicinal properties for centuries, contains folate, calcium, iron, vitamin C and potassium. This member of the citrus family aids digestion and, like the lemon, is a natural diuretic, flushing your body of wastes. The Amish community advocates drinking only grapefruit juice and water and eating only grapefruit for one to three days to cleanse the gallbladder, kidneys, blood stream and digestive tract.
For Gallstones
To naturally encourage the expulsion of gallstones, members of the Amish community suggest that you can drink a gallon of pure apple juice for two consecutive days - about one cup each hour while fasting. You should begin the third morning by drinking four ounces of pure cold pressed olive oil and then gradually return to solid foods. This remedy may also be helpful for the treatment of kidney stones. If you think you have gallstones, you should seek medical attention before attempting to treat with a home remedy.
Risks
According to The Mayo Clinic, even natural gallbladder cleansing remedies can cause side effects. Some participants have reported symptoms including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain. Scientific evidence to support the effectiveness of these remedies for gallbladder cleansing is lacking. You should consult your physician before trying home remedies to cleanse the gallbladder.
References
- "Amish Folk Medicine: Home Remedies Using Foods, Herbs and Vitamins"; Patrick Quillin, Ph.D., RD.; 1995
- The Mayo Clinic: Gallbladder Cleanse
- The Mayo Clinic: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid)
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