froglegs Posted January 26, 2014 Share Posted January 26, 2014 For the last few months, I've been experiencing gallbladder attacks. Last week I had an ultrasound that confirmed some kind of irregularity in my gallbladder (gallstone or polyp, increased wall thickness) and possibly some resulting pancreas unhappiness, so I've been referred to a gastroenterologist. I'm on day 24 of my whole 30 (my 2nd, 1st was a year and a half ago before I became pregnant). This time around I've modified it to accommodate my symptoms, eliminating eggs (major trigger) and trying to replace most fats with coconut fat, which doesn't seem to aggravate my gallbladder. It doesn't take much anymore to trigger an attack - my last one happened after a small handful of pecans. In anticipation of seeing a gastroenterologist for the first time, I'm wondering what kinds of experiences others have had, and what GI docs tend to think about Whole30. I like this way of eating and I'm hoping I don't encounter resistance. I don't see how going back to eating grains, etc. is going to help with my issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missmary Posted January 26, 2014 Share Posted January 26, 2014 You might want to give this a read: http://whole9life.com/wp/2013/09/doctors-and-whole30/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tina R Posted January 27, 2014 Share Posted January 27, 2014 When I started having my gallbladder symptoms years ago the only option was removal. I am not sure if that is still the case. My major triggers are spicy food like jalapenos, peanut butter and some heavy proteins like pork or beef. In the last few years I started taking digestive enzymes (I got them from my Natural path / Chiropractor and they help alot). I also take a supplement to help me digest fats. Have you tried any digestive enzymes? My acid reflux is gone now that I finished a whole30. I have been gluten free and dairy free for 2 years so I am not sure what else is causing that. Good Luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted January 30, 2014 Share Posted January 30, 2014 My gastro and naturopath both support paleo/whole30 type of diets and eat that way themselves. However, both have also acknowledged that individuals may have further sensitivities to other foods, even those considered acceptable to whole30 or paleo. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
froglegs Posted February 3, 2014 Author Share Posted February 3, 2014 Thanks all. I've seen the GI once, but we got all caught up in talking about test results and haven't even discussed food yet. However, I did notice that they had a giant bowl of candy in the reception area.... seriously.... every single person who walks in that office is suffering from some kind of GI issue that is NOT going to be helped by eating truffles and reese's peanut butter cups. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
praxisproject Posted February 4, 2014 Share Posted February 4, 2014 I went to see a gastroenterologist after completing my Whole30, didn't have a good experience with the "gluten challenge" they put me on.If you're not impressed with yours, get a second opinion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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