Episode Details

If you've had your gallbladder removed and struggle with fatty meals, you're not alone. About 40% of post-cholecystectomy patients experience ongoing fat malabsorption years after surgery. In this episode, we break down the physiology of gallbladder-free digestion — why the liver's continuous bile drip can't handle a heavy meal — and whether ox bile supplements actually help. We cover how ox bile works at a biochemical level (it's chemically identical to human bile acids), the critical importance of timing and dosing, the Goldilocks zone between too little and too much, and why lipase makes a smart supporting supplement. We also discuss fat type differences, medication interactions, and why post-surgical follow-up often leaves patients to figure this out on their own.