Can Gallbladder Extra Strength supplement cause pain after consumption?

Some general considerations might help explain why someone may experience pain in the gallbladder area after consuming the Gallbladder Formula Extra Strength.

1. Adjustment Period: Your body may need time to adjust when starting a new supplement. This adjustment period can sometimes cause temporary discomfort or pain. Introduce new supplements gradually. Take an amount lower than the recommended usage or space out the days you take the supplement to allow your body time to adjust.

2. Individual Sensitivities:  Some individuals may have sensitivities or reactions to certain ingredients in the formula, which could lead to discomfort or pain.

3. Underlying Factors: If there are existing concerns related to the gallbladder or digestive system, introducing new supplements might temporarily exacerbate discomfort. Low stomach acid (hydrochloric acid or HCL) volume and high stomach acid pH (alkaline) are common factors that may lead to gallbladder discomfort.  To increase stomach acid volume and lower stomach acid pH, consider the following steps:

   1. Consume the nutritional precursors to hydrochloric acid (HCL) production in the stomach include:

      1. Chloride from sea salt

      2. Potassium

      3. Vitamin C

      4. Zinc, preferably chelated zinc.

   2. Consume Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV).  Mix one tablespoon of raw, unfiltered ACV in a glass of water and drink it before meals.  ACV helps stimulate the production of gastric juices, increasing stomach acidity and aiding digestion.

   3. Take betaine hydrochloride supplements with meals.  These supplements mimic the stomach's natural acidity.

   4. Consume foods rich in natural acids and probiotics, such as fermented vegetables, plain yogurt, and kefir.  Cabbage juice and wheatgrass juice powder can also aid in stomach acid production.

   5. Avoid antacids, as they can reduce stomach acidity and negatively impact digestion.

Increasing the volume of acid and lowering the pH in the stomach to optimal levels can take upwards of 6-8 months.  Many factors can impact the time to correct these issues.

1. Aging, especially from the 40s onward, reduces stomach acids, which raises the pH and makes the stomach more alkaline.

2. Chronic Stress releases cortisol. Persistently elevated cortisol levels can lead to decreased stomach acid production and a rise in stomach acid pH.

3. Sugar can disrupt the body's pH balance, leading to a more alkaline environment in the stomach.

4. Lack of acidic foods: Not including enough naturally acidic foods in the diet, such as fermented vegetables, plain yogurt, and kefir, can result in a higher pH level in the stomach. 

5. Lack of exercise can slow digestion, which may contribute to a less acidic environment in the stomach.

6. Overuse of antacids can neutralize stomach acid, raise the pH, and make the stomach more alkaline.

 Reducing stress, avoiding sugar and antacids, increasing exercise, and consuming acidic foods will help your stomach acid volume and pH become optimal more quickly.

If you experience persistent or severe pain with any supplement, stop using the product and consult with a healthcare professional for personalized advice.