993 - 3-Step Protocol to Dissolve Gallstones Naturally

993 - 3-Step Protocol to Dissolve Gallstones Naturally

Author: Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC November 17, 2025 Duration: 27:52

Did you know your gut bacteria directly impact gallbladder function? Learn how your microbiome affects bile production, evidence-based supplements to support digestive health, and essential care tips after gallbladder removal.

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Magnesium gluconate: 1.5 tsp, twice per day with water

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B1: 1 tablet per day

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📌Timestamps

00:00 Intro 

01:23 Microbiota & gallbladder connection

05:22 Bile production & SIBO

07:49 Gut supplements

10:26 Fiber-rich foods

11:57 Bile replacement supplements & diet

13:48 Bile production supplements

15:12 Gallbladder removal care

19:30 Gallstone & sludge testing options

 

Featured Studies 

📉Gastrointestinal microbiome and cholelithiasis: 

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36970590/

📉Intestinal flora imbalance affects bile acid metabolism and is associated with gallstone formation:

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32143645/

📉Gut microbiota promotes cholesterol gallstone formation by modulating bile acid composition and biliary cholesterol secretion: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35017486/

📉Bile acids through bacterial overgrowth, contributing factor to gallstone disease: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24598592/

📉Ursodeoxycholic acid and lithocholic acid exert anti-inflammatory actions in the colon: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28360029/

📉Bile acids as inflammatory mediators and modulators of intestinal permeability: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36569849/

📉Differences in zinc metabolism, inflammation, and tight junction proteins in duodenum from cholesterol gallstone subjects: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32366946/

📉Gallstone and intestinal mucosal barrier: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19486450/

📉Tauroursodeoxycholic acid and/or intestinal probiotics on serum biochemical indexes and bile composition in patients with cholecystolithiasis: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36353477/

📉Association between dietary fiber intake and gallstones: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40898378/

📉Effect of Silibinin on biliary lipid composition: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1940257/

📉URSODEOXYCHOLIC ACID AND SILYMARIN IN GALLSTONE DISSOLUTION: https://www.worldwidejournals.com/indian-journal-of-applied-research-%28IJAR%29/recent_issues_pdf/2021/March/comparison-of-combination-therapy-of-ursodeoxycholic-acid-and-silymarin-versus-ursodeoxycholic-acid-alone-in-gallstone-dissolution-and-improvement-in-lft-parameters_March_2021_3617704614_2811027.pdf

📉A Whole-Food-Based Health Product (A-F Betafood®) Improves Gallbladder Function in Humans at Risk of Gallbladder Insufficiency: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32093137/

📉Postcholecystectomy Syndrome: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539902/

📉Post-cholecystectomy syndrome and magnesium deficiency: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15637226/

 

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Trying to make sense of the latest health trends and research can feel overwhelming. Dr. Ruscio Radio, DC: Health, Nutrition and Functional Healthcare cuts through the noise with grounded, evidence-based conversations. Hosted by clinician and researcher Dr. Michael Ruscio, DC, this podcast explores the practical side of functional health, where complex science is translated into actionable steps you can use. Episodes often start with a curious question-why does one diet work for some but not others, or what does the latest study really mean for everyday health-and follow the evidence where it leads. You’ll hear deep dives into gut health, nutrition, and fitness, balanced with a critical eye that isn’t afraid to debunk popular fads when the data doesn’t support them. The tone is conversational yet precise, reflecting Dr. Ruscio’s dual role as a practicing clinician and a dedicated investigator. Each discussion is built to provide clarity, leaving you with a clearer understanding of how your body works and what might help it work better. It’s important to note that this podcast is for educational and informational purposes. While Dr. Ruscio shares his expertise as a doctor of chiropractic, the content does not constitute personal medical or professional advice. Instead, think of it as a reliable source for thoughtful analysis, helping you have more informed conversations about your own health journey.
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