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Essential nutrients
These are the organic compounds present in the food that provide nourishment essential for the development and growth of our body. Nutrients not only provide us with the required energy to carry out various biological processes but are also the building blocks for repair and growth in our bodies.
Vitamins
The vitamins are organic molecules required in low concentration for the proper functioning of the body. They cannot be generated in the organism and are taken into the body through the diet. The lack of proper vitamins results in diverse deficiency disorders. They are thus called essential nutrients. The important vitamins are vitamin A, vitamin B complex, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin K, and vitamin E.
The dietary suggestions following gallbladder removal.
1. For at least a week following surgery, stay away from high-fat foods, fried and greasy dishes, and fatty sauces and gravies.
2. Increase your dietary fibre intake.
This could promote regular bowel movements.
3. Consume smaller meals more frequently.
To improve the bile mix that is already present.
Small portions of lean protein, for example, fish, vegetables, fruits, fat-free dairy products and whole grains at each meal.
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