Hypercholesterolemia and gallstones are closely related. Both have a common factor cholesterol.

The gallstones are composed mainly of cholesterol. When this is found in high concentrations above 200 mg / dl, bile (a substance that is produced in the liver and emulsifies fats), joins him and producing thick glasses that will develop into stones or stones.

To treat both diseases should implement a diet to reduce gallstones and high cholesterol.

The goal of this diet is

* Reduce cholesterol intake of fiber, phytosterols and natural antioxidants.
* Reduce inflammation of the gallbladder, avoiding pain and cramping.

Food for hypercholesterolemia and gallstones

* Dairy: Milk, yogurt, nonfat cheeses.
* Egg: No more than 2 times a week.
* Meat: Preferably sea fish, skinless chicken and red meat without visible fat.
* Vegetables: boiled or preferably all juices and smoothies. Steamed, broiled, grilled. It is necessary to prevent loss of nutrients.
* Fruits: eaten cooked preferably in puree, chopped or grated peeled. Apple, pear, peach, banana, etc. They can also be consumed in juice or smoothies.
* Cereals: Incorporates cereals containing soluble fiber like oats. Avoid bran, whole seeds. If you fancy pass them by a mortar. Then stir into yogurt, soups, purees, etc.
* Vegetables: In place of meat. Should be thoroughly cooked to avoid a very strong stimulus on the gall bladder and cause colic.
* Oil: Just as a condiment, not fried. Do not eat butter or margarine.
* Beverages: Water without aerating, juices and fruit smoothies and fresh vegetables. No alcoholic beverages or carbonated.
* Infusions digestive herbs are very useful for both diseases. Within These may include chamomile, lemon verbena, lime, tea, celery, parsley, etc.
* Condiments: Sauces home, no consumption of mayonnaise, ketchup, etc. They are very useful herbs like oregano, parsley, cumin, tarragon, etc.
* Avoid fatty foods such as snacks, fast foods, the pastry doughs, and so on.

If you suffer from high cholesterol gallstones complicated with this selection of food as a guide will help you to know that you can eat and what foods you should restrict or eliminate.

Remember that these are data that attempt to report and do not substitute medical advice.