Vitamin D, Bile, and Your Gallbladder

There is an interesting connection between vitamin D, bile, and your gallbladder. Here’s what you need to know.

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0:06 Vitamin D 
0:15 Vitamin D deficiency 
0:59 Sources of vitamin D
1:38 Vitamin D absorption  
3:48 VDR agonist 

Today, we’re going to talk about the interesting connection between vitamin D, bile, and your gallbladder. 

Vitamin D is probably one of the most important vitamins, yet it’s one of the most common vitamin deficiencies. 

Vitamin D is important for:
• Bone growth 
• Sleep 
• Blood sugars
• Immunity 
• Inflammation
• Cardiovascular health 
• The brain 

It’s almost impossible to get enough vitamin D from your diet. You can get vitamin D from the sun. But, you may not get enough vitamin D from the sun if you’re older, you have certain health conditions, your skin is darker, or during the winter months. There can also be issues with absorption that can cause you to not get enough vitamin D. 

Absorption of vitamin D:

• Certain nutrients can help support the absorption of vitamin D (magnesium, B6, and K2).

• If you have malabsorption, you could have a difficult time absorbing vitamin D. Issues like damage to the inside of the colon, inflammatory conditions, an issue with the gallbladder, or a lack of bile could cause malabsorption. 

• Certain viruses have a strategy of downgrading the vitamin D receptor. This can make it difficult to absorb vitamin D. 

• Cortisol, which comes from stress or certain medications, can block the vitamin D receptor. 

• Polymorphism is a mutation in the gene that is a part of the vitamin D receptor. 
 

A VDR agonist is something that connects to make everything work. A few examples of a VDR agonist would be:
• Vitamin D (in higher amounts)
• Benicar 
• Bile salts 

Dr. Eric Berg DC Bio:
Dr. Berg, age 56, is a chiropractor who specializes in Healthy Ketosis & Intermittent Fasting. He is the author of the best-selling book The Healthy Keto Plan, and is the Director of Dr. Berg’s Nutritionals. He no longer practices, but focuses on health education through social media.

Disclaimer:
Dr. Eric Berg received his Doctor of Chiropractic degree from Palmer College of Chiropractic in 1988. His use of “doctor” or “Dr.” in relation to himself solely refers to that degree. Dr. Berg is a licensed chiropractor in Virginia, California, and Louisiana, but he no longer practices chiropractic in any state and does not see patients so he can focus on educating people as a full time activity, yet he maintains an active license. This video is for general informational purposes only. It should not be used to self-diagnose and it is not a substitute for a medical exam, cure, treatment, diagnosis, and prescription or recommendation. It does not create a doctor-patient relationship between Dr. Berg and you. You should not make any change in your health regimen or diet before first consulting a physician and obtaining a medical exam, diagnosis, and recommendation. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

Thanks for watching! I hope this helps you better understand the interesting connection between vitamin D, bile, and your gallbladder.

[orbitingeyes]

I had my gallbladder removed in 2010. I had to wait 11 years and find all this out from a doc on YouTube! You'd think they'd tell you all this beforehand! Thanks Doc! I started taking TUDCA 3 weeks ago in small amounts and it had made a big difference in how well I feel. I have even lost a little weight, even though that wasn't an immediate goal.

[richardplantagenet]

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[elizabethdrummond]

THANK GOODNESS DR BERG WE HAVE YOU TO TELL AND EXPLAIN EVERYTHING TO US IN DETAIL. THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK.

[rounin]

My gallbladder was removed last 2021, and I didn't know bile salt till this year when I was recommended taking it by my gastro since my total bilirubin is high. I also have hemolytic anemia that's why my bilirubin is like that. Now, I'm also taking Vitamin D as supplement because someone recommended me that for blood regulation. My main problem is actually my low hemoglobin and hba1c, and with this new knowledge from your video, it encourages me more to consistently take those supplements. I just pray that my blood will also improve. In Jesus name. 🙏 may God bless you as you continue to produce contents helping people be more knowledgeable about vitamins and nutrients. ☺️

[Yznewday]

How do you stay humble? Your so smart and adorable💜💖💜 sending love and prayers to you andyour family.

[LydiaModrzewski]

I had my gallbladder removed and your videos have helped so much. Thank you!!

[nogasega]

Thank you Doctor, you have changed my life and my family's life, your videos helped many people I know.

[Biglover]

Yay, I don't have my gallbladder anymore. I wish our doctors focused more on this kind of stuff more.

[empressonthethrone]

Had my gallbladder removed and the snipped a bile duck. It was the worst pain I have ever experienced. Now, I have been struggling with a ton of problems that i finally understand thanks to your channel. I've ordered a few of your supplements and can't wait to get started.

[judybrown]

Dr berg and bile salts have changed my life. Respect and gratitude

[Rohitgavai]

My favourite doctor.... Thanks for all the free information.

[angelathornbury]

After gall bladder removal I had two heart attacks and I’m low in d why on earth did the doctors not make this connection. I’m hopeful now thank you.

[sattice]

loved learning from you! Me= psoriasis and no gallbladder, my husband= MS, high blood pressure, low D levels. I'm ordering some bile salts tonight to help both of us! Thank you

[MarydToKeto]

Wow! I had no idea the gallbladder affects so many things within the body

[sirenagarrido]

Dr Berg I just found out that most of my stomach problems are related to missing bile because I don’t have gallbladder and all the symptoms and pain are related to that, so thank you so much your videos has been invaluable to me start doing the right thing and trying to get better

[raymiller]

Thank you Dr Berg for your hard work for all Humans on this Planet!

[cyndianne]

Thank you for explaining how it all fits together. My word for the day-- agonist. 😃 I just purchased your "Gall Bladder Formula" to help with breaking it all down and absorption. Big difference immediately on how I feel and in time Im sure I will notice more improvements in other areas as my body begins to get all these much needed nutrients! ❤👍😃

[nishthasharma]

Please do some videos on toddler nutrition, I think you even mentioned somewhere that you are putting something together. We need your guidance on what to do to make sure kids are actually healthy, both body and mind! 🙏🏻

[FelipeRodas]

I take milk thistle in the morning before taking my Vitamin D3 and K2, to increase the bile output and absorption. In the evening I take turmeric and ginger in capsules before my Omega 3 and Vitamin E for the same reasons

[rehanashah]

Excellent information ℹ!!!thanks for sharing