Bile NutrientsDr. Lynch product Q&AUpdated 4 hours ago
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| Hi Dr. Lynch! I recently started the Histamine Intolerance supplement stack suggested by a friend, as I was mentioning to her my symptoms amid a recent increase in overall stress and with certain foods that I eat. I am seeing some improvement in just 2 days, Probiota Histaminix and Histaminix in AM and Histamine Digest as needed during the day. Adding in Histamine Nutrients tonight before bed. I am wondering if I should add Bile Nutrients? After eating a high fat meal, or something with olive oil, Ghee, butter, fish(like Salmon) I have a prolonged aftertaste and heaviness, especially after dinner in the evening. Sometimes my stools will float. I did see that one of the ingredients is Betaine HCL and I have had some issues with pain in between my shoulder blades when taking too much of it. Through previous genetic testing, my detox systems can run a little slow. I do take NAC and Glutathione on a regular basis. Thank you! | Hi Josh - Awesome to hear how you're doing already. Amazing how fast things can change ;) You're on point. Well said about the gallbladder needs. Consider:
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| Would this product help with under eye bags? I am only 34 and have bags that just seem to look terrible no matter how much sleep I get. I understand there is a genetic component but I was wondering if this relates to detox pathways that just need clearing. I would rather not get plastic surgery..thanks! | Hi Medina - Supporting healthy detoxification is a must for healthy skin and lymph flow.* Consider:
Start here. This is a solid foundation for you. Keep me posted :) In health, |
| Hi Dr. Lynch, Thank you for your helpful answers! Luhu (slow COMT) here with a follow Q .That's great, I hope Bile is helping/causing die off! The Testosterone Nutrients sounds good—can you tell me how much (mg) DHEA is in it? And how much DIM…? Until I get on BHRT I cannot tolerate DIM. Also, I notice my weight increases (like swelling) when I try taking sulphoraphane /cal-d-glucarate supplements —again maybe clearing out too much of my low menopausal estrogen? Lastly, do you think slow COMT has harder menopause because we are used to higher estrogen levels? Was always super lean despite slow COMT until now… :( Thanks again!! | Hi Luhu - While I cannot tell you how much DHEA and DIM are in it (sadly - it's because so many companies are stealing formulations these days which is why I'm more guarded), I can say that you're point on DIM is valid. Perhaps taking just DHEA would be more helpful and not using DIM. Starting with 25 mg of DIM may be useful for you. You would not add BHRT if doing this - it's one or the other. If weight increases due to taking detoxification support, it may be due to mobilizing compounds faster than you can clear them out. It also is associated with low levels of estrogen. Calcium D Glucarate does support healthy estrogen breakdown via the glucoronidation pathway so if you're already low estrogen, I would not take this supplement. Being lean is also associated with testosterone. If your testosterone levels are low, and they likely are, then weight gain is imminent - and as you noted, low estrogen is also associated with weight gain. I am not sure if slow COMT has a harder time post menopause - that's an interesting question. I'd say due to a slow COMT you need to be quite mindful how much estrogen support you're getting from BHRT especially if combined with a MTHFR variation. In health, |
| HI Dr Lynch, love your book, supps, and work! I have been using the Bile Nutrients and having better BMs (I have my gallbladder) but I do have some bloating (also had that before though) and I have noticed just occasional green bile release in the BM—that seems positive to me. What do you think? Also, may I ask with slow COMT, is there anything you recommend before starting BHRT (estrogen/progesterone replacement)? Thank you! | Hi Luhu - Glad you're having success with the book and my work ;) Always great to hear! Regarding your experience with Bile Nutrients:
Regarding BHRT:
We do not want your estrogen levels to get too high - that's a big problem - as is high SHBG. In health, |
| I’m 50 years old, and I’ve been without a gallbladder for over 30 years. I mostly follow a Mediterranean-style diet rich in fish, vegetables, beans, berries, and plenty of olive oil. I eat red meat only a couple of times per month, pasta maybe once or twice a month, and I enjoy red wine occasionally. I try to completely avoid sugar and refined carbs, but sometimes i get a small dessert :) Since June of last year, I’ve been taking Seeking Health products consistently, and I can honestly say my health has never looked better or felt better physically. My supplement routine includes: Bile Nutrients (2 capsules with my main meal daily, lunch )Optimal Electrolyte, Vit D, ProBiota HistaminX, Fish Oil, Glutathione (occasionally). Two weeks ago, I received my latest lab results, and for the first time in years, everything improved !! significantly! and I believe these results speak to the quality and formulation of your products. Here are some highlights of my transformation: Total Cholesterol: from 226 → 186, LDL: from 116 → 74 ,HDL: 95, Triglycerides: 55, A1C: 5.0, ApoB: from 90 → 65, Vitamin D: from 44 → 57, hs-CRP: 0.5, Homocysteine: 5.2 ( a bit low any suggestion ), Ferritin: 19 (slightly low — should I adjust anything in my protocol?). Before using Seeking Health, I had tried many other supplement brands, but nothing brought my cholesterol or LDL down even with strict diet changes and not eating red meat, pasta or any desserts. This is the first time my lipid panel, blood sugar, inflammation markers, and vitamin levels have all great levels. I’m amazed by how well my body is responding. THANK YOU Dr. Lynch, for creating supplements that actually work . I am truly beyond happy, and I’ll be a customer for life! I love seeking Health !! Viviana C. | Hi Viviana - That's awesome - thank you for sharing your results :) Way to take action! A few tweaks should help:
These tweaks should increase your homocysteine a bit and raise your ferritin without aggravating your healthy markers. :) In health, |
| Does any of these ingredients increase cholesterol conversion to bile. Such as cyp7a1? If not, what is good for that? I seme to have bile flow issues, but also have high blood ldl and total cholesterol. I have fatty liver. | Hi Bijan - Healthy metabolic function and lipid support is done by a few things. Consider:
Lifestyle wise, consider:
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| I started taking this as I have had problems with oxalates in the past, but I found it gave me red bumps on my feet. I felt the best that I’ve ever felt in years (mentally), but discontinued due to this fact. It could be tied to my oxalate issues, should I try again? | Hi Lindsay - Interesting connection. Thank you for sharing. I have a few things for you to consider:
This combination adds further support - and that said - should ideally help you feel even better :) In health, |
| Just to add on. Do the bitters help convert cholesterol into bile or is that more Optimal PC or Tudca? | Hi Bijan - Bitters stimulate digestion by stimulating stomach acid. Stomach acid then stimulates bile release. Here's a great guide on how your digestion works: In health, |
| Can this cause yellow stools? Stools were brown a few days ago then turned yellow. But with the yellow stool, it is sinking. | Hi Bijan - Typically, Bile Nutrients supports healthy bile production and that would support healthy brown stools and have it sink.* However, if one is producing more bile than gets absorbed and it passes all the way through and stays in the stool, it may alter the color of the stool as yellow. If the stool is sinking, not foul and not discomfort is experienced, the yellow stool is just a sign that a lot of bile production is occurring. If the stool is yellow, not sinking, smells really bad and is greasy that is a sign of other issues which should get checked out. Yellow stools have a number of different causes: You may want to add Calcium D Glucarate and take along with Bile Nutrients to support healthy beta glucoronidation which is important for healthy detoxification and bile elimination.* Always take Bile Nutrients just before eating dinner. You may want to reduce your dosage by half so if taking 4 capsules, reduce to 2 capsules. In health, |
| Can Bile Nutrients cause a sour stomach? If so, I am assuming Bile Nutrients is either very potent possibly? | Hi Jeff - It certainly can yes if you take it away from food and do not eat within a few minutes. I always suggest people take 2 capsules right before eating dinner or just a minute or two before a large meal. Never take it away from food for a long period of time. You can also reduce the amount you're taking by 1/2 - so if taking 4 capsules, take 4. If taking 2, take 1. You may also need to add in 3 capsules of Gut Nutrients upon waking and taking 3 capsules before bed to support a healthy stomach lining. You'll know you need to do this if the suggestions on how to take Bile Nutirents above don't resolve the sour stomach. In health, |
| Hi there, I am wondering if I could give Bile Nutrients to my 2 year old (24 lb) who suffers from severe constipation. She is already on your HistaminX probiotic. Thank you! | Hi Camille - I'd stop the ProBiota HistaminX and switch to ProBiota Bifido. Dairy is a common cause of constipation in little kids so I'd stop using cow dairy products for a bit and see how she does. Sometimes kids are just so busy as well that we need to step in and sit them down on a toilet at the same time every day - just to sit them down with a book - no pressure. I'd used to tell my kids that there was the tummy monster that makes their tummy uncomfortable. If they push him out, they'll feel better - but they have to do it at the same time every day. Consider having her put her legs up on the seat as well - like a Squatty Potty - but she's too small - so have her knees high. I'd also have her drink Optimal Electrolyte - a full serving - orange and berry are most popular. Kids are so busy that they don't drink and they also don't stop to poop. In health, |
| My 15 year old has been complaining of acid reflux for months. She recently was diagnosed with walking pneumonia and also has severe chest pain in her mid- breast area the minute she tries to eat or drink. She does not have cardiac problems. The doctor thinks she’s either dealing with acid reflux or possibly has an ulcer. She’s being tested for H. Pylori. The doctor wants her to try Prilosec 2 times a day before meals. Other symptoms she has is constant acne on her forehead which may point to gut issues. I’m not sure if this supplement would be appropriate for these issues. | Hi Heidi - You picked a pretty good one. I believe she also needs some additional support. Consider:
This way she's getting comprehensive support. You're correct that her acne may be also associated with her gut health. Try the above first. If her acne persists, then add in:
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| I am currently dealing with methane-dominant SIBO, which is causing persistent constipation. While I have successfully eradicated it in the past, it continues to recur. Additionally, I am struggling with histamine intolerance, manifesting as acid reflux, skin breakouts, and brain fog. My stools are often yellow or orange, which leads me to suspect an issue with bile production or flow. Whenever I’ve tried supplementing with HCL in the past, it exacerbated my heartburn, so I’ve been hesitant to try Bile Nutrients due to concerns about potential discomfort. Maybe i need to do more healing before i can introduce HCL into my diet. I know i have low stomach acid from the Heidelberg test. Currently, my regimen includes MegaSporeBiotic, digestive enzymes, S-acetyl glutathione, zinc carnosine (with food), and magnesium (before bed). My goal is to finally resolve the SIBO-related constipation and break this cycle for good. What supplements or strategies would you recommend to address these issues? I’ve been struggling with this for years and would appreciate your guidance. | I hear you. I'd consider pausing the probiotic at this point. Then consider additionally:
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| Would this be the appropriate supplement for incomplete bowels along with bloating? I alternate between regular, loose stools and small stools that feel incomplete. My digestion is sensitive and I'm struggling with ongoing bloat as well. If this is a good fit is it ok to combine with your other products that contain Choline? I'm not sure if I would be getting too much. Thank you! | I like your pick. Consider:
You're good with the choline especially as it's supporting healthy bile production and flow - which is key for a healthy bowel movement.* You should notice improvement within 24 hours. In health, |
| Thank you, Dr. Lynch for your guidance! I will make these changes and get in the sauna. Would it be a bad idea to do sauna daily? Am I correct in addressing the digestive component first? | Sauna can be quite depleting. So make sure you do a sauna when you feel strong enough to do so. Here's some information on how to sauna: In health, |
| I'm feeling a bit all over the place. I've been taking 4 Gallbladder Nutrients before dinner, Optimal Electrolytes, Joint Nutrients, Adrenal Cortex, Fish Oil, Stress Nutrients, Histamine Nutrients. I am also treating SIBO and taking FC-Cidal and Dysbiocide by Biotics Research and a few other supplements my CIRS doctor advised me to take. I feel so tired, and everything hurts more, which I expected from the FC-Cidal and Dysbiocide. Are you in favor of treating SIBO this way? Also, how does one know which thing to address when you have so many issues? I am waiting on receiving the Dopamine Nutrients and Brain Nutrients per your recommendation. I've switched back to more of a carnivore diet to try to get some relief so we'll see if that helps digestively. It's getting to be too many supplements for me to handle and I'm not sure what to do. | That's a lot of supplements and that can be contributing to your soreness. Soreness is associated with introducing too many chemicals and a resulting inflammatory response from it. Supplements that are targeting microbes can be really problematic in terms of soreness and fatigue - and low mood. In terms of SIBO, I'm in favor of approaching it from the gallbladder and bile side - not the killing side. Killing is not addressing anything - SIBO will just come back. By addressing the bile production and bile flow, you're actually working on the underlying problem and that will help resolve the SIBO itself. I'd talk with your doctor about reducing the killing and then jump in the sauna and make sure you're sweating out these increased toxic compounds. In terms of the Seeking Health supplements you're taking, consider pausing:
Keep going with the electrolytes, Joint, Fish Oil and Adrenal Reintroduce the other ones above on an as needed basis. I'd like you to get the Gallbladder Nutrients back in but not at this time. Body needs a rest. You may need Liver Nutrients or the Glutathione Plus Lozenge - but instead of a supplement, I'd like you to sweat. Jump in a sauna. In health, |
| Also, are there any supplements you would recommend to support while doing a SIBO diet? I believe I have histamine issues being driven by SIBO. Wondering what I can take to help support dealing with this. Thank you! | I like the Bile Nutrients the most here. Consider also:
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| Is this supplement ok to take on low histamine/SIBO diet? | Absolutely - and recommended highly. Consider taking 2-4 capsules before dinner time. That's the best time. In health, |
Hi I’m wondering what supplement is good for reflux, the doctor wants me on omperazole, also I’m not sure if there’s an issue with my bile production but my stools are typically orange in color don’t float so I don’t suspect they are fatty, but was wondering what would be best. Maybe digestive enzyme for the stomach issue but the acid ? Not sure | Omperazole is a PPI and will reduce stomach acid. Reducing stomach acid will affect your bile production negatively along the way. Orange stools may be an indication of low bile acids as bile acid metabolism by colonic bacteria is responsible for your stool's brown colour. So this may indicate either a bile acid or gut microbiome issue. Consider that acid reflux is often caused by low stomach acid. You need an acidic stomach for your pyloric sphincter (the sphincter that separates your stomach from your esophagus) to close. If there's not enough stomach acid, this does not happen, and you experience acid reflux. I would suggest:
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| I have been diagnosed with a large gallbladder stone that is too large to pass, which is why the Doctor is saying surgery is inevitable!? I am trying to figure out what is causing the attacks. It seems to act up during certain times. One, when I have ground beef, even though grass fed and grass finished, seems to give me a gallbladder attack. Second, is whenever I try to lose weight (goal to lose 40 lbs) it acts up. Whenever I change up my diet, my gallbladder acts up (no flour/sugar/ processed foods/seeded oils) and try to eat healthy fats such as avocado, eggs, etc. I have had a thyroidectomy and not really wanting another surgery. I would REALLY appreciate any insight you could give me!!! Thank you! | I hear you. Let's work on supporting a healthy gallbladder so you feel better when you eat. Consider:
I don't think you'll need Ox Bile in addition but you may. Try this first and see how you do. You would use Ox Bile with meals but the Digestive Enzymes are more complete which is why I recommend those over the Ox Bile. In health, |
Hi Dr. Lynch, I just found out I have gallstones. I was having a CT scan done for a completely different reason but the scan picked up the stones. wondering if Gallstone Nutrients is a good supplement for me? Can gallstones dissolve with a good diet and supplementation? Thanks for any help! | Gallstones can be supported with a great diet and nutritional support. Some things to consider:
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Thank you for answering! What foods/protein would you recommend if reducing fat intake? Thank you! | Protein based foods with some carbohydrates and a bit of fat. Essentially a paleo, mediterranean or carnivore style
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| I know this isn’t great for pregnancy but what about for cholestasis of pregnancy? Or any other recommendations to naturally bring down bile acids and reduce itching? Thanks! | I hear you. We need to make sure your bowels are moving. Consider:
This should help quite a bit to support healthy bile during pregnancy. In health, |
Hi Dr.lynch! I recently got a test result back stating my gut microbiome is showing excessive bile acid metabolism. Does that mean your ox bile and bile supplements would be helpful to me? Thank you! | That's a great question. Here are some things to consider:
This combination should help. I don't think adding in Bile Nutrients or Ox Bile is the right move. Let's try this more gentle approach first. It seems that you are actually producing and releasing bile - the issue is your microbiome and gut health is possibly causing an excessive amount. The above nutrients support healthy bile metabolism. In health, |
| Hi Love bile nutrients, I'm amazed how wonderful it works for me, my gut works like a charm. Anyway, we are planing to get pregnant soon and last pregnancy my gallbladder was a mess. I couldn't eat fat at all and I know fat it's so important for the baby's health. I know this supplement isn't for pregnancy but are there any other supplements you recommend? Today I'm supplement with: Optimal prenatal Bile nutrients Optimal electrolytes Optimal pc (can only take one, 2 makes me depressed) Brain nutrients Liposomal vitamin c Thanks seeking health | Awesome! :) Did you leave a review?! :) Please do! I wish we could use Bile Nutrients during pregnancy. Instead, consider:
Make sure your partner is using Optimal Man - 2 capsules with breakfast and if needed, 2 capsules with lunch. He should also use Fish Oil after dinner and Optimal Electrolyte. In health, |
My gallbladder was removed several years ago. I have bouts of chronic diarrhea. Would you recommend the Bile Nutrients supplement? | 100%. Consider:
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| Hi Dr Lynch, My 48 year old boyfriend has been told it's time for cholecystectomy. His US shows stones, sludge, polyps, wall thickening. Fatty liver as well. I've been on him about his diet since we met 2 years ago. I had my gallbladder removed 4 years ago and part of me wishes I would've tried to save it. I didn't know enough then about how important it is. His situation is more involved with more markers of disease. I only had low ejection fraction, so I know our situations are different. I know you cannot give medical advice, but my question is, have you ever seen anyone heal a gallbladder with his severity with improved diet and supplements? We are just wondering if it makes any sense to try...wondered about trying Gallbladder Nutrients paired with Liver Nutrients for 3 months? 6 months? And seeing if there's any improvement? Just wondering if this even something worth spending any time trying to do or if he should just have it removed. I know the cost of that, personally, so. | I'd definitely give it a go. I know many people have experienced significant benefits from using this supplement. Consider:
He's lucky to have you by his side. He should notice improvement within a few days to a week. In health, |
I currently take Optimal Prenatal & Probiotica HistaminX. I want to add something that will support digestion without taking too much or overlapping. I experience bloating, gas & headaches at times after eating. I eat a higher protein diet & need support with digesting fat. I am 40s, fertile & carry a little extra weight. I am not sure if Ox bile, Gallbladder Nutrients, Optimal GI, Digestive enzymes or what would be the first thing to add. I can tolerate certain fats but some things clearly put me over the edge, like pork chops. I don't want to take a ton of supplements & not sure where to start for seeing what works for me. I was leaning towards Gallbladder Nutrients but not sure what's best start. I still have my gallbladder and no history of stones. But the headaches & some of the symptoms make me think it could be bile issues. I also have histamine stuff too though so can be confusing. | Great question and well thought out. I'd use the Gallbladder Nutrients in this situation. Start with 2 capsules before dinner for a few days. Then increase it to the serving size of 4 capsules before dinner. This should help considerably. In health, |
Trying to calm my gallbladder after about 4-5 days of pain after a fatty meal. Should I take gallbladder nutrients? I read another comment saying that maybe you shouldn't take it if you have stones. What do you recommend? I am in pain. | I'd focus on:
If too uncomfortable, go see your doctor. Let them know you are dealing with this as well. In health, |
Can you please advise what to add or change. Daughter 13 had improvement from Gallbladder nutrients however this has stopped now and got worse again. We are in the UK. Thanks | I'm not sure what the symptoms are. Guessing constipation and some other things related to gut health:
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| I noticed this has Taurine in the formula. I have a Bilophila overgrowth and am not allowed to have Taurine, however I do have a sluggish liver and gallbladder. Can I still take this? Or any other options? | I'm not sure why you wouldn't be able to take taurine. Taurine levels are high in urinary tests during gut infections because gut infections push out taurine. Thus, it may look like you are 'high' in taurine but essentially you are peeing or eliminating taurine out faster than you should because of the infection. Magnesium is also needed in order to support taurine levels. I would say take 4 capsules of Gallbladder Nutrients before dinner. If you or your doctor don't agree, then consider:
Other considerations:
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Can this lower homocysteine? The betaine in it. Or can choline or NAC lower homocysteine? I added these supplements and my homocysteine has dropped form 6 to 3.8. Thanks! | Yes they may support healthy homocysteine levels.* :) I do like the homocysteine level at a 6 umol/L. The 3.8 umol/L is low. A few things to consider:
A 3.8 umol/L homocysteine is not bad - it's just not ideal. We're looking always for ideal ;) In health, |
| Dr. Lunch, I have taken Gallbladder Nutrients every day for a week. I started with one at dinner for a few days then took two at dinner. I am histamine intolerant (also have SIBO and SIFO). I’m very sensitive to whatever is high in histamine. After about a week on Gallbladder Nutrients I was feeling very fatigued and anxiety (these are the typical symptoms I get with high levels of histamine). But not sure if it’s histamine overload or something in it that I can’t tolerate. Maybe just taking one every other day (if it’s not high in histamine), but will it be effective? I appreciate your response. Thank you very much. By the way, the digestive enzymes work good for me. Fran G. | I'm answering some of the questions we are receiving to help out. Glad to hear that you are finding benefits from the Digestive Enzymes :). Are you also taking the Histamine Digest? It would be a good suggestion considering your histamine sensitivity. Mmm...there's nothing in the Gallbladder Nutrients formula that is high in histamine that I can identify. However, there are ingredients that can be metabolized by certain bacteria into other compounds that could produce symptoms. It may also be die-off symptoms (since you have SIBO / SIFO) as many of the herbs in the formula affect the gut microbiome, typically in a favorable way. Either way, I would suggest going slow. So yes, either taking just 1 capsule at dinner or taking 1 capsule every other day. If it is a die-off reaction then you should be able to increase the dose after a while with minimal side-effects. Do this for about 2 weeks before increasing the dose or frequency and see how you go. In my experience, low doses in sensitive people are effective. Regards, |
Hello, Started gallbladder nutrients 1 week ago, I'm feeling sooo tired, headace, more hungry but no appetite, and got pain in my upper gut also spastic feeling under my right side of my upper gut (like where my liver are). Could this be a healing crisis situation? Or should I stop take gallbladder nutrients? I smell onion in my armpits, why? Weird. I'm a sensitive person. | I strongly suggest that you get some blood tests done through your healthcare practitioner. They may even want to do a scan of your gallbladder to check for gallstones. If you have gallstones then Gallbladder Nutrients may not be suitable for you. This could explain some of your symptoms. Let us know how you go. Regards, |
| I am writing to help my brother who has high cholesterol. He is 33 and fit, but it has run high even since he was younger. High cholesterol tends to run on our mom’s side of the family as well. His LDL is 179 and his total is 253. He eats a clean diet, but does drink alcohol. I was thinking I heard Dr Lynch suggest gallbladder nutrients and optimal PC for high cholesterol, but I can’t remember and don’t want to suggest the wrong thing. Or if there is anything else to recommend to help him. He is ready to seek other advice since his primary care hasn’t suggested much other than the Mediterranean diet. Thank you so much! | I believe you heard right :). Cholesterol is a component of sex hormones and bile. Optimal PC and Gallbladder Nutrients may help support cholesterol being used up for healthy bile production.* Alcohol and a high carbohydrate diet can certainly increase cholesterol levels. It stimulates the liver to make more cholesterol, and it sounds like this is what's happening to your brother. Cholesterol is also something the body will make if it needs to 'fix' damage in the body. I suggest he gets the following blood markers checked through his healthcare practitioner to find out what his body is or is not doing with the cholesterol: Homocysteine, testosterone, DHEAs, liver markers, apolipoprotein A1 and B. He should work with someone who can interpret the results and find a way forward. Good luck! Regards, |
| Hi Dr. Lynch! It's me again : ) the new branding looks great!! I reposted your answers from my question with a few follow-ups. Hi Kaycie - As you said, it's always work identifying how we can continue improving and very satisfying when you do identify an area and resolve it ;) If you're experiencing constipation, then I suspect you may be taking too much Histamine Digest or too much probiotic. Consider reducing the amount taken or the frequency taken or both. --- I stopped these quite a while ago and I am just taking the probiota woman right now. Definitely continue using the Gallbladder Nutrients and you may be do best with 4 capsules before dinner vs 2 and 2. ---Your suggestion to take 4 of the gallbladder capsules with dinner instead of 2 and 2 has helped a bit more with constipation. Thank you! I was wondering how long/often I can take four of them nightly with dinner? I also was wondering about trying seratonon nutrients?? Although I do seem to relate to items on their list and dopamine nutrients as well... Waking up to pee one time is pretty good. That said, you can try taking Adrenal Cortex with a protein based breakfast and seeing if that same evening you don't pee at night. This really works for me. I also notice that when I support my testosterone levels (I've been testing Testosterone Nutrients for about a year) and currently it's in production), I don't wake up to pee often and I sleep really well. ---I am planning on trying the adrenal cortex on the mornings I need too. Will the testosterone nutrients help women as well? I maybe just need to have a current test of all hormone levels... In the morning, you may want to switch from taking a Glutathione Plus Lozenge to 1/2 to 1 lozenge of Brain Nutrients. I've been doing this and it's quite a bit better for me - and my boys like it better, too. ---I am do this now and trying to wait and see the difference after a while. You may just pause the Glutathione Plus for the Brain Nutrients and see how you go - taking it upon waking and then again later in the day as needed. Keep an eye on your estrogen levels and symptoms. If estrogen is high (blood clots, PMS, increased histamine intolerance) then you will be more EMF sensitive. If this is the case, consider adding in DIM+I3C to support healthy estrogen levels from around day 8 to day 16 or so of your cycle.* ---what about for someone who isn't having a cycle any longer? Also, for low progesterone, a while back by doctor had me take vitex and maca. Which helped but the vitex caused weight gain. Which concerns me that the weight gain will play into the estrogen levels. Uhg... I am not taking vitex or maca any longer and was wondering about the acetyl-L-canitine for fat metabolism, as well as for cognitive health and mitochondria. Thank you again for all of your suggestions and your time! | Thank you for your comments about the branding! :) I like it, too. You may use the Gallbladder Nutrients 4 capsules before dinner for as long as you need. If you experience stools that are too soft, then it is likely time to back off a bit. Your gallbladder and bile may need support for some time until you reduce the amount of capsules. Low serotonin is more associated with constipation than dopamine. I'm more focused on helping you have healthy bowel movements. Thus my recommendation to consider Serotonin Nutrients. Consider 1 capsule before bed. If you sleep well with 1 before bed, excellent. If you find that you sleep worse from Serotonin Nutrients, ie feel more energy and alert vs sleepy, then take 1 capsule of Serotonin Nutrients after breakfast. Testosterone Nutrients can definitely support women as well as they also have testosterone. Too low testosterone in women is associated with low libido, low muscle mass, low energy and more impatient - similar to men. I don't have this supplement coming out for a few months. You may use 1 capsule of Acetyl L Carnitine upon waking up in the morning to support healthy cognition and fat metabolism.* I do recommend testing your hormone levels. Be good to see where you are and then adjusting as needed. In health, |
| I have SIBO and indigestion with discomfort at the gallbladder site and back. I just got the gallbladder nutrients 3 days ago and digestive enzymes. I also ordered the ox bile that I’m waiting on. I learned from your site that ox bile targets a healthy balance of microbes in the upper intestinal tract. I am so thrilled to be able to get help with SIBO using these supplements as well as a healthy bile flow. I heard from other sources that ox bile can make SIBO worse. Since bile helps remove toxins from the body, it seems ox bile is safe to use with SIBO. Can you please give me some insight on that. Thank you. | Ox Bile is fantastic support for those who need to support a healthy microbiome.* One can use Ox Bile with meals - as it is traditionally used. One may also use Ox Bile right before bed on an empty stomach as it supports an environment that is not conducive towards SIBO.* Use the Gallbladder Nutrients 2-4 capsules before dinner. That is the best way I've found. In health, |
Is it safe to take gallbladder nutrients and ox bile? Are there any other recommendations you suggest? My recent lab work showed: - Cholelithiasis without acute gallbladder pathology. - HIDA scan showing 75% functioning. - Simple cysts in the right breast and right kidney. Thank you for the help. | Yes you may. Consider:
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| Is this supplement safe to take while breastfeeding? I’m looking for a way to support digestion- particularly avoid constipation and increase motility while nursing. I already take magnesium. I’m also wondering if this supplement would help to prevent gallstones, which runs heavily in my family. Thanks for your help! | We do not typically recommend Gallbladder Nutrients during pregnancy or breastfeeding due to the fact that it contain herbal ingredients which may get into the breastmilk. This is just a cautious approach as there's not a lot of research available on the safety of herbal ingredients during pregnancy and breastfeeding. I recommend Optimal PC at 2 capsules a day instead which helps to keep bile nice and fluid. It is also great for baby's nervous system development if it happens to get into the breastmilk.* Once you have finished breastfeeding you can take both Gallbladder Nutrients and Optimal PC to keep bile and gallbladder function healthy. Keeping bile fluid helps to prevent gallstones. The risk of gallstones increases if the cholesterol component of bile is higher than the phospholipid component. Regards, |
| Hi, Can you please let me know where can I find the expiration date or availability of the product? On the bottom of the bottle I only se the production date. Thank you | If a product has only a production date, it is because it is undergoing actual stability testing. We will have those specific time frames once the testing is complete. That said, you can estimate the product to meet label claim for 3 years from the date of production. Thank you Dr. Lynch |
So I've been writing a question on like every supplement and you always refer me to gallbladder so now I'm writing one question here. (it's like a teenager, you tell them what to do and they do the opposite). I got all the typical gallbladder symptoms, just when tru pregnancy. 6 months postpartum. Of course my body needs to heal and I have to give it time etc etc. I just trying to figure my own health path. Well I don't know if this supplement will work but probably It will, but I can't let go of what the root of all this. Of course supplements help and I know that for sure but I can't stop my head from thinking there must be something more. Just came across the thyroid liver connection, after pregnancy my thyroid has swelling, like goiter, not much but you can tell. What if I'm low in iodine and this could contribute to my gallbladder problem, long shot, but what if just my body need more iodine? Only get iodine from your optimal prenatal and eggs, raw milk. Don't get me wrong I love your supplements they are the only one out there who are real and put effort in, like my man said about brain nutrients this is "god shit." I asked my doctor about this and he said " you just need to rest, take some pills for headace and make sure to sleep when baby sleeping" and the nobelprise goes to the doctors who recommend mothers to sleep when baby sleeping, sorry just so sick of that comment:) So long story short: - is their a thyroid liver connection? Love for you to talk about this. I'm learning so much from you. - could this supplement help? (I already know the answer, like my teenager;)) - could iodine help? Any other thoughts about iodine? Harmful or we need more? Of course this depends... Now I need my brain nutrients, they're good shit for a mummy brain. Thanks Ben, like always you're the best. | I hear you and your thinking is on point. Let me ask you this. You're thirsty. You could get the water from the food you eat, or the rain that falls from the sky. Or you could get a glass of water from your water filter and enjoy the benefits much easier and faster while also supporting your body. A supplement is defined as 'to add to or enhance'. There is definitely a thyroid and gallbladder connection. There's also a gallbladder and thyroid connection. ;) By you supporting your healthy gallbladder and bile production and flow with Gallbladder Nutrients, you're supporting overall healthy function.* You could mess with more iodine - that's true - and it may work. It may not. It may take over a month or two to notice any difference. By taking 2 to 4 capsules of Gallbladder Nutrients before dinner or your largest meal of the day, you may notice a difference in 24 hours. I'm all for addressing root cause. I'm also for improvements as fast as possible. Pregnancy is extremely hard on the woman's gallbladder and liver. Gallbladder Nutrients is a supportive nutritional supplement that hits the areas it needs to. If I've recommended it many times - I'm quite confident you'll experience great things ;) I took my Brain Nutrients this morning upon waking, then I took a lozenge of Methyl B12 with L-Methylfolate - and now sipping the Optimal Electrolyte. That's my recent combination for Daddy Brain in the morning ;) In health, |
What is the reason for taking it before dinner and lunch? Just wondering if it would be better for me to take it before breakfast and lunch instead because dinner is my smallest meal of the day, I usually just have plain oats cooked in water. For breakfast I have a very high protein & high fat meal, lunch is moderate protein moderate fat. Thanks! :) | In your case, I agree with your thinking. Yes. Take 2-4 capsules before your breakfast that is your heaviest meal of the day. You may also find that you do best with 2 capsules before breakfast and 2 before lunch. Play with it. Some day best taking all 4 at once just once a day and others do best with just 2 capsules a day - and others need 2 capsules twice daily. In health, |
| Hi Dr Lynch- I purchased this product but haven’t started it yet. I’m 52, recent breast cancer survivor (early stage, had lumpectomy, no radiation, no drug therapies) I’ve been trying to boost my immune system and create optimal digestive health. I was very underweight processing my diagnosis and had muscle cramping, weakness, and wasting. I had been strict vegan for many years (10 plus) consuming mostly raw veggies and little fruit. Bc I suffer IBS and have a family history I avoided beans, legumes, all grains, and dairy all those years and have been gluten free before its was popular. I do not drink alcohol ever and do not consume coffee or tea. I drink water. In February I transitioned to a high animal protein, very low carb diet. I had been able to gain some weight again after cancer but felt bloated and inflamed and like I was experiencing the dreaded menopause midsection weight even though I wasn’t overweight. I’m currently about 100-102 lbs. I’ve gained back some muscle definition and strength/ endurance, sleeping better but still working on it. I’m off my antidepressants and of course the oral BC I had been on prior to cancer for years to control migraines. I’ve been off that horrible drug 14 months now. I haven’t had a menstrual cycle since Jan and my hormones are low. I currently eat (2) meals a day, intermittent fast 14-18 hours daily depending upon my schedule and consume ruminant meats and eggs. I have a couple tablespoons of fresh salsa and use mustard as a condiment for my meat. That’s it. I am consuming high protein. That fat I get from my meat and I use ghee in my pan to cook my eggs. I am much more satiated on this diet but my digestion is a challenge!!!! I have not had a solid, regular stool in this diet yet. I take microbiome spore probiotic, HCL guard, digestive enzymes, kapex to support fat breakdown, berberine, magnesium, your histamine digest, mineralized salt, iodine, tons of supplements (prob too many) and eliminate 2x per day, diarrhea or mostly loose stool. My stools are dark, can be foul at times and I hear girgling in my stomach. I don’t k or if this is not enough bike flow or enough acid and how long is too long to let this go on?? I also take a cellular detox drink nightly bc I am so concerned about detoxing daily to eliminate toxins, heavy metals etc being that I had cancer. I exercise daily, infrared sauna regularly. I’m hypothyroid with difficulties converting, and antibodies were low but still present about 3 months ago when last tested. I don’t know if it’s too much detox and I can’t keep up but I’m terrified of being constipated so I’d rather go than not at all. I used to be regular and had full complete bowel movements as a vegan but I did have that midsection bloat (skinny but bloated) I now like the way my body looks but my BM’s are not normal. Suggestions what to add or subtract?? You have very level, grounded I do and I tend to throw everything at it in excess and I fear I’m my own worst enemy. I’m fearful of not taking things bc the cancer and hypothyroidism scared me so much. I’m not sure the spore probiotic has been helpful either. I’ve done CMA irracellular testing and I was low in almost all minerals and I do have a significant PEMT SNP so I know my liver and full ladder struggle. I have difficulties when taking glutathione as a capsule or even liposomal. I get a a stomach ache every time. I currently take PC (2 pills 2/day another brand but will switch to yours next) and I do take CA d glucarate (another brand but will switch when run out) I take zinc, Vit D, selenium, molybdenum, etc etc….i also take thyroid supplements….slowly moves the numbers on labs but currently not taking any thyroid meds. Thanks sorry so long!🙏 | I'm confident we can make your life easier. I suspect you are oversupplementing and this may be contributing to your bowel disturbances. I highly recommend asking my team to send you a referral list. I think in your case you should work with ElizmaLambert.com as she's great with the gut. This is the best approach. There are too many variables that need to be addressed and it will be the most supportive for you. In health, |
| Hi, I had my gallbladder removed a while ago. Recently I have been diagnosed with Barrett’s/no dysphasia. Is it okay to take gallbladder nutrients since it has hcl or is there something else that would be beneficial? Thank you. | The amount of HCL in Gallbladder Nutrients is fine for you especially if you take it with your meal instead of taking it 15 minutes prior. That's what I would shift. Take Gallbladder Nutrients after food vs before. You will still experience benefits. I also highly recommend considering adding in Gut Nutrients (currently called Optimal GI) and take 3 capsules before bed and 3 capsules upon waking to support a healthy esophageal and stomach lining.* In health, |
I was told I need to take a bile salt. Is this considered one? | Gallbladder Nutrients contains the bile salt precursors of taurine and glycine. You would take 2-4 capsules of Gallbladder Nutrients before dinner to support healthy bile production and bile flow.* Ox Bile is already made bile salt that you would take 1 capsule with a meal - especially a meal higher in fat to support healthy bile salts and fat absorption.* Together, this combination of Gallbladder Nutrients and Ox Bile supports you actively and passively which is a great combination. You don't want to always take a supplement that passively supports you as it never will get to the underlying issues. In health, |
| I have severe gallbladder attacks about once every three weeks to a month. Looking for some supplements to help heal my gallbladder(really avoiding removing my gallbladder). What would be best to start with? | Good choice. Consider:
Additionally:
And apply a castor oil pack over your liver and gallbladder area each day - and likely before bed. This should support you quite quickly. In health, |
| I asked about gall bladder nutrients 3 weeks ago and have taken the supplements you suggested. I’ve noticed with the seratonin supplement that it knocks me out, but makes me feel a little weird in the early hours of the morning. The same thing happens if I take more than a micro dose of melatonin. It seems to make me more tired and depressed during the day as well. The other supplements seem to be fine. I also added Chanca piedra in to help dissolve the stones. In general, before starting the supplements, I’ve always had anxiety/depression and muscle tightness, feeling stressed off and on. Very unstable moods. I’ve tried adrenal support which didn’t really help much, and glutathione lozenges, but I think I heard you say that you need to get other things stabilized first. I haven’t done the stool test yet because my Dr. said she couldn’t offer that. Can I order it on my own? I’m pretty sure I have leaky gut as well. I have ringing in the ears after I eat most things. I had a GeneSite test done in 2017. I’m heterozygous for MTHFR C677T, homozygous for COMT VAL/VAL, homozygous for ADRA2A C/C. CYP2D6-1 normal, 4 none. No 118A>G mutation And a few other ones. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. I’ve felt crummy off and on for most of my life. | Let's focus more on your gut health. Ringing in your ears after eating is associated with histamine. Unstable moods and anxiety can be associated with histamine as well. Pause the Serotonin Nutrients. Consider:
You may need to reach out to a healthcare professional from our referral list. I think that would be a great thing to do. Ask my team to send you the list. In health, |
Is this supplement helpful for someone with Histamine Intolerance, and if so, how does that work? I find it interesting that I get some relief from symptoms with Optimal PC, and wondering if Gallbladder Nutrients may work even better. | Great question and great awareness. I highly recommend the Histamine Workbook so you will know exactly how to support histamine intolerance A dirty gut leads to high histamine in the gut which leads to high histamine everywhere. By taking Optimal PC, you're supporting methylation indirectly which helps break down histamine. Over 40% of your body's SAMe is used to make PC so by you taking Optimal PC, you're conserving SAMe to help break down histamine (which requires SAMe to do so). Will Gallbladder Nutrients further support your gut health and histamine intolerance? I would say so yes especially if your gallbladder, bile and liver are congested as Gallbladder Nutrients supports healthy bile production and bile flow.* Healthy bile is needed to have a healthy microbiome and healthy hormone levels. My recommendation:
Cell membranes are made heavily of PC so having healthy cell membranes is also a key to keep histamine from leaking out of your cells and causing histamine intolerance. In health, |
Thanks Dr Lynch for answering my question. I will order the Calcium D Glucarate, in taking this product will this mean I can continue with the gallbladder nutrients, do I need to give the calcium time to do its thing before I start? The histiamine nutrients sounds like it could be beneficial, I’m in high estrogen and trying to get my gallbladder sorted to start bio identical progesterone. Side question, do you offer online consultations? I’m based in New Zealand. | I think you may be able to continue using Gallbladder Nutrients IF you support the other aspects of your biochemistry. I'm considering that Stress Nutrients may support the glycine sensitivity but I'm not certain. I do not think the Cal D Glucarate will reduce the glycine sensitivity. I recommend ElizmaLambert.com - she's in Australia. In health, |
| Hi Dr Lynch I reached out a couple of weeks ago regarding gallbladder issues and if gallbladder nutrients would be beneficial. After taking only one capsule, in the hours that follow the right shoulder pain was gone and the sharpe never pain too. Just amazing. I am only dosing between 1-2capsules a day as this has proven sufficient. Just a brilliant product. Unfortunately though, I have a strong sensitivity to glycine - it leaves me wired and it has been effecting my sleep, it also creates water retention in my legs. I’m guttered. Do you have any suggestions on what I could use that would offer similar support from your range? I think I have methylation issues and SNPs mutations - half way through your book and so many lightbulb moments. Thanks in advance. | I am pleased to hear your gallbladder health is improving. Glycine can feed into the folate pathway. A few recommendations:
Start with just Calcium D Glucarate and see if that's enough for you. If not, then do add in the Liver Nutrients. The Optimal Electrolyte is simply a foundational health product that we all should be using on a daily basis. In health, |
Hi Dr. Ben! Curious about your thoughts on Tudca for gallbladder issues. Just curious why it is not included in this supplement. Thanks!! | TUDCA is great. I am working on reformulating Gallbladder Nutrients to include TUDCA. :) I test things before I release them which is why I haven't released the new formulation I am working on. In health, |
| I had one more question I forgot to ask- I have a plethora of new spider veins all over my legs after doing the Carnivore diet for 6 months (which I am no longer on). Lots of pastured meats, seafood, fruits + veggies now. I have never had these before- is there a lack of nutrient I am missing in my diet? I have read Vit C + Copper could be the issue? I have been taking organ supplements and your Vit C for 2+ months but nothing has changed Will these go away if I balance my nutrient deficiency? Is there something else I am missing? Thanks so much for your guidance. Thank you! Thank you? | Spider veins typically are due to low flavonoids and low antioxidants. I would consider a concentrated Witch Hazel extract. Looks like Life Extension has one: Gaia Herbs also has some great herbs for this. Consider measuring your homocysteine level as well - should be around 6-8 umol/L ideally. If you're drinking high sodium electrolytes or eating a lot of sodium these can cause water retention and thus spider veins. In health, |
| Greetings Dr Lynch, We exchanged a message a month ago regarding some health issues I was having. I did all the protocols you suggested and am doing so much better, thank you! My stool however, is still floating. I had severe issues after being on the Carnivoire diet and your protocols have made a world of difference with my healing which I am so grateful for. My histamine issues are gone and my digestive issues are greatly improving. I was having a BM once every 7-10 days (yikes!) and am having one daily now but my stools are always floating. What is this from? Too much fat in my diet? Gallbladder issues? The stools are not oily and I am not gassy. I do eat animal protein with every meal but much less fat than before. I now eat a lot of fruit + veggies + pastured meats + eggs from a local farm, a lot of Salmon, sardines and shrimp. I am currently taking: Gallbladder Nutrients (2nd bottle) - 4 caps before dinner Digestive Enzymes Vit C Histamin X and I take Organ Complex from Paleo Valley (Heart, Kidney + Liver) I just cannot figure out what the issue is. Also, should I change up the probiotic now that my histamine issues are gone? Thank you so much for your guidance- I am so very grateful. | Awesome you are doing so much better! Your food choices sound amazing :) Give it some time. I think you are improving and on the right track. You may want to add 1 capsule of Calcium-D-Glucarate to support healthy bowel movements.* That could be a great addition. Definitely stop the supplements you no longer need. Sounds like you can stop ProBiota HistaminX for now. You may want to switch to Saccharomyces Boulardii for 1 bottle. When it runs out, you may want to switch to a bottle of ProBiota Bifido. Alternating probiotics is a good idea as long as they are not histamine forming - and these are not. Make sure you are chewing your food very well. ;) Also do not consume that much liquid while eating meals. A little bit like 1/2 cup is ok but I would not do more than that currently. Keep improving! In health, |
Hi there Wondering if gallbladder nutrients will help me? I am having sharpe pain in right shoulder and occasional sharpe nerve pain on my right side. I am however not constipated I have more of a tendency to have very loose stools, either diarrhoea or they are loose and float. When I have gas it’s pretty dreadful smelling too. I have reflux but can settle it with apple cider vinegar, but that isn’t so great on my teeth. Could you let me know if this would be helpful to take, I really don’t want to have my gallbladder removed. Female 40’s Slightly overweight Have already eliminated gluten and dairy for the past 7 years. | Yes, I'd consider Gallbladder Nutrients before lunch and before dinner - 2 capsules before each of these meals. In addition, I'd add in Calcium D Glucarate to support healthy glucoronidation which is key for liver and gallbladder health - along with healthy estrogen and detoxification.* With meals, I'd take 1 capsule of Digestive Enzymes to support healthy digestion which reduces your burden on your liver and gallbladder.* In health, |
| Hi Dr Ben - I suspect that I’m having issues with my gallbladder intermittently. Today after lunch I had right pain in my shoulder blade and then sharpe nerve type pain around my midsection, particularly on my right side back. I then unpleasantly had a diarrhoea. I know I have low stomach acid and have been using acv to help ease the reflux. Would gallbladder nutrients help? I am a clean eater for the most part. | I suspect you are correct. Consider taking 2 capsules of Gallbladder Nutrients before dinner. Then the next day, take 2 capsules of Gallbladder nutrients before lunch. Then another 2 before dinner. Stay on 2 capsules twice daily before lunch and dinner for a month or so. You want to experience healthy bowel movements where you stools are easy to pass, are well formed and sink.* You may want to support Gallbladder Nutrients further by taking Digestive Enzymes with each meal especially those with higher protein and higher fat. In health, |
I started Dr. William Davis’ super gut protocol back in October, because I’m pretty convinced that I have SIBO and SIFO, and needless to say, I experienced a massive histamine overload. Horrible. I backed off of the program because my body couldn’t handle it. I have slow motility. Other than that my labs came back normal. I just had an ultrasound that shows I have gall stones. I started taking gall bladder nutrients a few weeks ago. Will they help dissolve the stones, or should I do something else first. I eat pretty clean. | I'd do Gallbladder Nutrients 2 capsules before lunch and 2 capsules before dinner. I'd also add in:
Introduce these ONE at a time - every 2 days - this way it gives you time to evaluate how you are responding to each one. Each one should introduce a benefit without side effects. If there are side effects for a particular supplement, then ask another question on that supplement and we'll go from there. Talk with your doctor about ordering a stool test: In health, |
| Hi Dr Lynch, You answered my question that I posed about two weeks ago, and I am so grateful for your input!! Thank you, thank you for taking time to read, consider, and reply to my question.Beyond the helpful suggestions, I was very touched by your response,...such kindness shows through. As a reminder: I have one copy MTHFR and crazy, random itching from Histamine Intolerance! (Gratefully using Histamine Digest and HistaminX now. Huge help!!) And I think my main problem is the lax dependent colon resulting from antibiotics for rheumatic fever 50 years ago! ...yes, I'm that recently married 80 year-old yoga teacher who wrote to you before:)) You recommended the following, which I am now taking: Gallbladder Nutrients, Serotonin Nutrients (using them am and pm), Optimal Focus, and Saccharomyces Boulardii. I'm tolerating all the supplemants so well,...such good stuff! I feel like the H Pylori I treated for a year+ ago may be back and got some PyloriPlex (Douglas) and Mega Guard (Microbiome) to treat again. My first question: Do you suggest I do that H Pylori treatment before, along with, or after your recommended supplements? (I think I read not to use HCL if there's H Pylori...?) Q #2: I will be sending genetic info (for my husband and myself) into your StrateGene report program when we get the genetic info. Are you familiar with Dr. Michelle Sands' 'DNA Made Simple' program? We have paid for, but haven't sent our samples in to TruDiagnostic, Lexington, Ky as yet, and would like to check with you to verify that I'll be able to use their raw data in the StrateGene program. Hope so!! Many thanks again for your time,...and for making your impassioned expertise available to so many of us out here trying to solve the mysteries of this remarkable body/mind! | Glad you are doing better! H Pylori will keep coming back if the environment is favorable to do so. A low stomach acid environment is that environment. They love low stomach acid. The only reason NOT to use stomach acid if one has H Pylori is IF it hurts after you take it - meaning your stomach burns. If your stomach does not burn, you're good to go. If you're taking Gut Nutrients or Optimal GI, you'll have sufficient soothing support for your stomach lining. StrateGene just uses 23andme, Ancestry and SelfDecode. I don't know the DNA Made Simple program. There's nothing simple about it ;) - careful. Many reports oversimplify and just push supplements to 'fix SNPs' and that is absolutely incorrect information. I'd also consider SIPPING a few ounces of filtered room temperature water with 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar and a splash of fresh lemon juice. SIP it upon waking. Stop sipping it once you feel your stomach is warm. Look into the Squatty Potty also - I use this and have for years. Makes having a bowel movement way faster and easier. In health, |
| Is there anything else I could take during pregnancy to support my gallbladder besides Optimal PC as I am allergic to Sunflower seeds? | Optimal Prenatal uses Choline and that is supportive of a healthy gallbladder.* The sunflower seed allergy comes from the protein of the sunflower seed. The Optimal PC is likely all fat but we do not test for sunflower seed protein so it may be there still. You can look at Histamine Nutrients as it contains SAMe. SAMe supports a healthy gallbladder.* It is also supportive of healthy histamine levels which are important to keep at a healthy level during pregnancy. In health, |
| Does this contain turmeric? | Yes it does. We are going through each product making sure the Supplement Facts is loaded in the image carousel area. This one is missing. In health, |
| Hello! I know this is a propietary blend, but I am trying to take a specific dose of both Taurine and Glyxine are you able to share the mg of these ingredients that are included in this product? | Due to the significant increase in other companies copying our product formulations, I cannot provide specifics. I used to do this but times have changed sadly. In terms of needing 'specific' dosages, I do not recommend getting stuck on this. No one knows how much they need at all. It's not possible. What's possible is seeing the results. Are you getting the benefits you expected from the particular supplement you're using? If not, should you try using more of it? Use less of it? If less or more do not get you the results needed, then it's the wrong supplement. On top of that, some days you require more nutrients than other days. What you're looking for with Gallbladder Nutrients is a healthy bowel movement that is easy to pass, well formed, it sinks to the bottom of the toilet and you experience this once to three times daily.* The side benefits are healthy comfort in your right side lower rib cage area, healthy duration of sleep, healthy mood and healthy skin to name a few. In health, |
| I’m taking your Gallbladder nutrients, for Sphincter of Oddi and it amazingly takes the pain away, but they give me really bad heartburn. Have you any suggestions as to how stop the heartburn. | That's mostly awesome :) Here's what I recommend: Take Gallbladder Nutrients AFTER your meal or DURING. Do not take it before. I also recommend using Optimal GI capsules before bed. Take 3 capsules before bed and 3 capsules immediately upon waking up in the morning. We need to support the healthy healing of your stomach and gut lining.* Optimal GI will support you here with a healthy lining.* A healthy gut lining means you will be free of that burning sensation. I also recommend taking 1 capsule of ProBiota HistaminX after dinner to support a healthy microbiome which is important for what you're experiencing.* This should do it ;) In health, |
Hi Dr Ben, I'm the dad you wrote back to on 5/20 w/a helpful answer re my adult daughter that has almost no appetite for months (ARFID), chronic nausea, (childhood Hypermobility Joint Syndrome and Osgood Schlaughter's), and six years ago, her GeneSight resutls (from her Psychiatrist) shows MTHRF Heterozygous for C677T and Slow COMT Val158 MET/MET. You provided guidance that the trio of: #1) Gallbladder Nutrients before dinner (help w/bowel movements, appetite, sleep and mood, #2) 1/2 of a Glutathione Plus Lozenge (didn't say why, so I'm unsure), and #3) One Digestive Enzymes Cap with each meal. Thank you for your help! However, in an effort to initially keep my question somewhat concise, I left out some key details that I now realize I should have included. Please indulge me and let me know what you think: *She's been suffering with chronic pain since age two (28 years) initially in her legs, but since her teens, also in her arms, jaw, migraines etc. Took children's Motrin daily from age 2-10, then changed to Advil. *Due to extreme menstrual pain beginning age 12, she needed to start taking low-dose percocet (about age 18) for some years (1/4 of a tablet), and an ultrasound showed two ovarian cysts, and suspected endometriosis. Once the strong pain meds were essentially banned in the US for such patients as her, she had to resort to no longer having a monthy period, so she started taking birth control (BC) about 5 years ago and her Doc approved her to skip the placebo. We know this is not healthy for a young woman to suppress her menses, and especially because the BC is increasing her estrogen, which we know is unhealthy. It's a catch-22 situation. Ugh. *In 2006 she was 12, and her little sister age 10, fell asleep in death from a Glioblastoma-multiforme brain tumor, less than two months after the Chief Neuro-Oncologist told us she was in remission two years earlier than expected (she had one chemo, radiation, Chinese Medicine etc). Our daugther was devasted. Her physical and mental health have continued to spiral downward over the past 18 years. About age 17 she was diagnosed with Fybromyalgia, and possibly EDS Type 3. *Until just before Covid in early 2020, she was still pretty mobile doing volunteer work, but chronic fatigue began setting in, in combination with her Major Depression, Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), severe Anxiety during showering/stressfull situations. She began to experience increased pain with even mild exercise: just 30 mins of light in-home exercise would put into extreme exhaustion and pain for 1-2 weeks! *Since 2020, she's only left the house about 4-5 times due to chronic fatigue, anxiety, nausea, vomiting, and chronic pain, but extreme exhaustion/racing heart from mild exertion is her greatest concern, with lack of appetite/nausea a close second. * About 2 years ago, she began having issues with no longer liking the taste of foods she once loved (she's a carbaterian). Most days she consumes less than 100 calories, but stays hydrated with watered-down OJ, snapple juice etc. For years, plain bottled water makes her nauseous! Her Psychiatrist says it's ARFID eating disorder. *She's also had severe pain in 3-4 teeth for a long time (infection), but is too exhausted and scared to see a dentist. She hasn't even seen her MD in person since Sept 2022. ***WORST PART OF HER DAY for past few months is eliminating urine and chronically loose stools. She only uses restroom twice per day, once for BM and once for urine only. She purposely limits the frequency because her OCD and Exhuastion are So Bad, that she gets a rapid heatbeat when wiping, nose runs out a ton of mucus which drives her hygine-OCD crazy. She even cries when cleaning up after BM because her 'wiping-arm' feels dead. She feels like she just ran a marathon after 10-30 mins on toilet. It's so bad, and her lips are pale. If she could just go to the bathroom in peace, and regain some semblence of a normal appetite and decreased nausea, she would be so much happier and feel like she can keep fighting to live with the hope of one day making more positive changes. But for now, she is stuck in this extremely limiting situation. $$ is limited, so it's not possible to pay for comprehensive help from a Functional Medicine type doc. *She also continues to suffer from insomnia most nights, and THC gelcaps no longer seem to help her with sleep, and definitely no longer help to stimulate her appetite as they once did. 3-4 daily Methly b12 with L-Methylfolate lozenges that were helping her sleep for a few days last week, are no longer helping. Insomina is back in full force. Her brain won't shut down at night, no matter how exhausted she is. *Her 2018 Genesight results (we have the PDF file as well, but I dont' think it's compatible with Strategenes) also shows: SLC64A4 L/S Intermediate Response, HTR2A A/A Reduced Sensitivity (Homozygous for the A allele of the -1438G>A polymorph for Serotonin Receptor Type 2A, HLA-A*3101 A/T Higher Risk (heterozygous for the A allele and the T allele of the rs 1061235 A>T polymorph re presence of HLA-A*3101 allele or certain HLA-A*33 alleles (higher risk for LOTS of problems), CYP2B6 *6/*6, CYP2C19 *1/*2, CYP2C9 *1/*2, CYP3A4 *1/*22, CYP2D6 *2A/*2A, UGT2B15 *2/*2, and: CYP2D6 *2A/*2A. Since she hardly eats, and usually eats only in late afternoon or late at night, only a couple of chips, or two slices of apple with almond butter, a few bits of pasta etc, so we can't yet get her to start taking the Gallbladder Nutrients nor Digestive Enzymes (not even your your chewable Optimal Multivitamin). Dr Lynch, she feels So Awful, and none of her MDs, Psychiatrists, Rheumatologists, NDs, DOs, Chiropractors, Herbal Docs etc have been able to help, and she's just gotten worse. Please share your thoughts re how we can help our precious first-born child. With deep appreciation for ALL THAT YOU DO to help so many suffering people out here, Parents of a Very Ill child | I highly recommend asking my team for a list of health professionals to work with. There is more needed here than a recommendation of a few supplements. I suspect your daughter has significant difficulties breaking down estrogen for some reason - and those need to be sussed out. I highly recommend a DUTCH hormone test to help identify some hormone imbalances. I recommend reaching out to Elizma Lambert in Australia In health, |
Could Gallbladder Nutrients lead to higher ALT/AST levels? I've gone from middle normal to high normal. I also take Liver Nutrients, Homocysteine Nutrients and Histamine Nutrients/Digest | You could stop using Gallbladder Nutrients and see if your liver enzymes come down. I suspect the opposite though. I suspect that you should see healthy enzyme levels due to this liver support. However, there are also 'responders' and 'nonresponders' so perhaps that's something to consider. I'd also consider adding in Glutathione Plus Lozenge - and taking 1 lozenge in the morning to support healthy AST/ALT levels.* Here's a paper discussing it: If you have not yet tried Berberine, perhaps that would be helpful as well. I've been trying to formulate a blood sugar support supplement but am not happy with it yet so I have not launched it. In health, |
| Hi, young adult daughter struggles with cystic acne and high estrogen, high histamine. She eats gluten and dairy free, minimal sugar. Lifts weights at the gym everyday. Is exposed to environmental allergies at work (zoo) and is detoxing for mold but has to go very slow as she does not detox well (2 MTHFR snps). She is taking a liver supplement but that is all at the moment. I think she needs histamine supplementation and possibly gall bladder nutrients. She also struggles with ADD but can not take brain nutrients due to the folate. She does not tolerate folate or methlyfolate. I am wondering if to clear her cystic acne and help her mold detox she will need histamine support, digestive support and detox support. Would Gall Bladder nutrients be a supplement that help with digestive support? Thanks! | Your daughter will greatly benefit from Skin Nutrients. She will take 3 capsules of Skin Nutrients with breakfast. I do recommend she take 2 capsules of Gallbladder Nutrients before dinner. Then 1 capsule of ProBiota HistaminX after dinner. She could add in Dopamine Nutrients to support her healthy focus levels. There is no folate in it. She will take 1-2 capsules of Dopamine Nutrients in the morning or early afternoon as needed. In health, |
| Hello. Are you able to share with me the full ingredient list for Gallbladder Nutrients? I am curious about specific dosages of each ingredient... I am dealing with a lot of conflicting SNPs and this product is working well for me but I want to see dosages for some of the ingredients that are not recommended for certain SNPs I have... also something is constipating me greatly, would you have any insight into which ingredient might be guilty of acting as a binder? Other than these issues I am finding this product to be helpful in decreasing bloating and gas and the churny feeling I get after meals (I have no gallbladder) | There are no binders in Gallbladder Nutrients. Ingredient selection should not match a genetic report. Ingredient selection should match how you are feeling. The whole SNP = this supplement recommendation is grossly inappropriate and ineffective. I've been helping people with their SNPs and overall health since 2011. I've been around the block. Treating based on SNPs and supplementing based on SNPs sounds like a scientific approach - but it's horrifically invalid. SNPs make up about 5% of the issues for the person with 95% being epigenetics. If you are experiencing constipation, then I'd like to know what you are taking so we can suss that out. Gallbladder Nutrients should be supporting healthy bowel movements - not constipating.* In health, |
Hi, I’ve taken betaine hydrochloric acid and ox bile in the past both separate and together in one supplement. My body felt great on them. The problem is I was told to open or chew the pills because I can’t swallow pills, but the acids tore up my teeth and made them super sensitive. Are there alternatives to these supplements for people who can’t swallow pills? | Consider Digestive Enzymes Chewable. I'd start with 2 chewables with a smaller meal and possibly 3-4 with a larger one. Or you could use our Digestive Enzymes capsules and open those up before meals and mix on a bite of food. I would also consider mixing a 1 tsp of apple cider vinegar along with juice of a lemon wedge in a 1/2 cup of filtered warm water. Sip in the morning to get the digestive fluids moving. In health, |
| Greetings- I have been taking the Gallbladder nutrients for over a week and have had only one BM since taking them. I am also currently taking Probiota histaminX, Optimal GI, magnesium & Vit C. I am learning HCL would be very important to take- what is the amount of HCL in this product and is it enough? Should I add in a supplement of only HCL? I eat three meals a day, pastured meat with every meal, egg yolks, coconut and limited veggies & fruit due to histamine intolerance to most foods. I was having constipation issues prior to starting this supplement but not this bad and am getting very concerned. Should I be eating less meat? Electyolytes? I am going to order enzymes now- will this help with BM? I can no longer ingest anything fermented, unfortunately. I would so appreciate any guidance! Thank you. | I would stop ProBiota HistaminX and Optimal GI. I would increase Gallbladder Nutrients to 4 capsules 15 minutes before dinner. I would also add in Calcium D Glucarate 1 capsule before dinner. Make sure you are not drinking anything during meals. Chew your food very well. Very well. When eating, only eat and eat slowly. Do not watch TV, study, work, drive. You can engage in conversations with family but enjoy your meals. Add in Digestive Enzymes capsule version with each meal. Regarding the HCL - I'm not a fan of just Betaine HCL. There is some in the Gallbladder Nutrients. If not enough, you can do this trick which I love: When you wake up in the morning, pour 1/2 cup of warm filtered water into a glass. Add a teaspoon or two of apple cider vinegar and juice from a lemon wedge. I know you're concerned about the vinegar. It's ok :) Sip this. Stop when you feel it's enough. You may just take 2 sips - that's ok. I would also buy a Squatty Potty. It's funny I know but it's extremely useful. This should do it! You should be having a bowel movement daily - and possibly 2-3 bowel movements a day. In health, |
I have a whiteish/yellow coating on my tongue and very bad breath. This has been a problem for years and my guess is that it stems from the gut as no amount of brushing/tongue scraping appears to help. Would you combine anything else with gallbladder nutrients to address this? I love your products. Thank you! | I had the same thing in my 20's. I went to an Ayurvedic doctor who helped me clear it. Then, later on, I got a bad geographic tongue in my early 30's. You're very close to the right product - and I actually do recommend the Gallbladder Nutrients for this issue. I would add a couple others. Supplements to consider:
In terms of foods:
I would also wake up by taking 1 full lozenge of Glutathione Plus Lozenge. Literally have it on your bed stand. Before eating breakfast, mix 1 teaspoon of apple cider vinegar with juice from one fresh lemon wedge into a 1/2 cup of filtered room temperature or warm water. Sip it. This stimulates your digestion. You should be seeing improvements within 48 hours. In health, |
Hi, I see GB Nutrients is safe for breastfeeding but contains peppermint. Is it a low enough amount not to affect milk supply or should it be used with caution? Thank you! | It is not in sufficient amounts to cause any issues. I would add Optimal PC in addition to Gallbladder Nutrients. The Optimal PC will support a healthy gallbladder, bile production and bile flow - but also healthy milk flow and healthy baby brain development. A very important addition. In health, |
| I have used this product a total of 3 times. Without taking this, my stools normally are well formed and sink. However, a Genova Nutreval test done by a functional medicine doctor showed dysbiosis, (the Genova stool test done by the same doctor was near perfect) and I have regular bouts of bloating. I was hoping that this product would clear up whatever the dysbiosis is, however, each time I took it ( I only took 1 capsule each time) I had heart burn and bloating that was worse than normal. Is this a side effect of the product or is it a side effect of the dysbiosis dying off? Or is it a sign that I do not need to be using this product. | Stool testing unfortunately is a mess. Regular bouts of bloating does tell me that there is dysbiosis and also likely poor digestion of food. I do believe what you're experiencing is die off. Some suggestions: Digestive Enzymes capsules: take 1 capsule with each meal. Our capsule is more potent than the chewable. Ox Bile: take 1 capsule before bed to support healthy microbiome. This acts as a natural anti-microbial. Saccharomyces Boulardii: take 1 capsule after dinner. This supports a healthy microbiome. It competes with the bad bugs. Do these three for a couple weeks. Then, add in the Gallbladder Nutrients - 1 capsule before dinner. In health, |
| Is this helpful if you've had gallbladder removed? | Absolutely. We are actually changing the name to 'Bile Nutrients' to help make it clear that this supplement is for people who have or don't have a gallbladder. In health, |
| Can I take it with alongside Histamine nutrients, probiotic histamin X, liver nutrients, ox bile and serotonin nutrients at night? I suffer from rosacea, migraines, facial flushing after eating certain things or sun exposure and can't tolerate any alcohol. I am getting tested for SIBO soon. I have slow COMT, HETERO c677t, slow ALDH2, slow PEMT, slow NOS3 and complicated GST. Mornings I take Glutathione lozenge, brain nutrients and adrenal cortex. I take the following as needed: work out nutrients, dopamine nutrients, stress nutrients, optimal focus, histamine digest. I love ALL your products but may be taking them in the wrong order or at the wrong time. I have seen big improvements though. No migraines, more focus, better BMs, less bloating. Rosacea and skin issues are still there. Thank you! | I like your thinking about the Gallbladder Nutrients. I'd definitely add this in by taking 2 capsules before dinner and possibly 2 before lunch. But try just 2 before dinner first and see how you do. You likely will need either 4 capsules before dinner OR 2 before lunch and 2 before dinner. We are getting Skin Nutrients in a couple weeks. I have not tried it on people with rosacea - only pimples on face and back thus far. If you are seeing big improvements, then you are doing great with the other supplements. We just need to get your gut in order. Once you get your gut in order, you will likely need less of the other supplements as well which is a bonus. In health, |
| How much taurine in this? I have the CBS mutation, but I am coming to the conclusion that I need liver and/or gallbladder support but both of these formulas contain taurine. Not sure if I should be worried about extra taurine intake with the CBS +/+??? | CBS mutation is not the determining factor if you need taurine or not. The information out there is horribly confusion and full of incorrect data. Watch this video on CBS and Sulfur: CBS SNP? CBS Upregulation? CBS and Sulfur? - Dr Ben Lynch I highly recommend that you do consider Gallbladder Nutrients - 2 capsules before dinner. Start there. You want a healthy bowel movement that sinks, is well formed and easy to pass. If you need more support, consider 2 capsules before lunch and 2 before dinner. Some meals you may need more and other meals, less. Adjust as needed based on what you eat and how much. In health, |
Curious to know why the directions for taking this specify to take at the last two meals of the day, lunch and supper? Certainly there is a reason for the timing of this due to physiology, and it might be useful to include that reason in the directions for those of us using it. Just a thought... | Gallbladder support ingredients are effective. If taken in the morning, it may cause nausea and more bowel movements during the day. By taking in the afternoon and evening times, bowel movements are likely going to be in the morning upon waking vs mid-day. The nausea potential is minimized by taking at these times too. Also - the liver is more active during the evening so supplying the ingredients before dinner supports the evening activity of the liver. |