DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I have heard that sometimes people have gallstones and don't even know it, while others have severe pain because of them. Am I at greater risk if some of my family members have had ...

Learn how certain protein and fat choices can help you prevent gallstones and gallbladder pain. Choose lean meats, seafood, and vegetarian protein sources for cholesterol health.

The gallbladder is a small, grape sized, organ attached to the digestive tract. It secretes a fluid called bile into it in response to a meal. Bile emulsifies dietary fats by increasing their exposure ...

You can't control some causes of pancreatitis, like genetics, injuries, or underlying health issues. But you can still take ...

Fatty liver disease is often called a “silent epidemic” because it can progress for years without symptoms until severe complications hit. Metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease ...

The digestive system comprises several organs, all working in concert to turn the food you eat into energy. But sometimes, illness or injury can lead to a digestive disease that threatens your gut ...

Johna Burdeos is a family mom, registered dietitian and freelance writer. Having provided nutrition care to many patients with acute and chronic medical conditions over the years, Johna is passionate ...

Cholesterol synthesis and gallstone formation are promoted by trimethylamine-N-oxide (TMAO), a derivative of trimethylamine, which is a metabolite of gut microbiota. However, the underlying mechanisms ...

I have a patient with gallstones. His alkaline phosphatase is 1800 (probably due to stones in the common bile duct [CBD]) and bilirubin is normal. What would be the best approach for management of ...