GALLSTONES

An imbalance in bile components, with an increase in cholesterol as the primary factor in gallstone formation. Symptoms include indigestion, yellowing of the skin and whites of the eye, and pain which varies in location, but often on the right upper part of the abdomen.

Diet:
Avoid fried, processed and fatty foods, dairy products and animal fats. Eat a low-fat diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables, olive oil. Drink lots of water.

Nutrients:
Alfalfa, lecithin, UFAs, enzymes, vitamins A, B complex, B12, C, D, E.

Herbs:
Dandelion, devil's claw.