What can I eat after gallstone surgery?

After gallstone surgery, you can eat easily digestible, low-fat, high-fiber foods, such as vegetables, lean meat, whole grains, and fruits. At the same time, you should avoid high-fat, greasy, and spicy foods to help restore digestive function and reduce the burden on the bile duct.

In the early postoperative period, you should choose a liquid or semi-liquid diet, such as rice soup, vegetable soup, lotus root powder, etc., and gradually transition to soft food such as porridge, steamed eggs, and stews. During this period, you should pay attention to light and low-oil, and avoid heavy flavors such as fried food and thick soup. For a period of time after surgery, the intake of protein such as lean meat and fish can be gradually increased. The amount consumed each time should not be too much. It is recommended to use steaming, blanching, stewing, etc. High-fiber foods such as sweet potatoes, oats, and green leafy vegetables can help promote intestinal peristalsis, reduce constipation, and reduce the burden on the digestive system.

During the recovery period, try to avoid eating high-fat foods such as animal offal, fried foods, and cream cakes to prevent irritation to the bile duct after surgery; you should also eat small meals frequently and avoid overeating; although broth is nutritious, it is easy to contain saturated fat, so you should also choose it with caution. After 3-6 months, you can gradually resume a normal diet depending on your physical recovery, but you should still stick to a healthy and balanced diet.

If you experience persistent abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting after surgery, you should seek medical attention immediately. Maintaining a regular schedule, exercising regularly and eating a healthy diet can help you recover more smoothly after surgery and reduce the risk of stones forming again.