Write an article based on this "Drink 2 to 4 cups of herbal tea a day. Use a castor oil pack and heating pad to reduce swelling. Take phosphatidylcholine 1 to 2 times a day to dissolve gallstones. Try acupuncture to relieve pain and improve gallbladder function."
Prepare a tea using herbs that keep your liver and gallbladder healthy. Place 1 teaspoon (4 g) of dried herb into a small teapot. Pour 1 cup (240ml) of boiling water into the pot and put the lid on. Steep the tea for 5 to 10 minutes if you're using herbal leaves or flowers. If you're using roots, steep them for 10 to 20 minutes. Milk thistle can relieve pain and shrink the size of gallstones. Dandelion leaves stimulate the liver and gallbladder which can help them push gallstones through. Turmeric can make the bile more soluble so the gallstones are easier to pass. Globe artichoke will keep your gallbladder and liver healthy, but it could increase bile production. Don't make globe artichoke tea if you have gallstones that are blocking ducts. Spread castor oil on a soft cloth and lay it on your abdomen. Then cover the cloth with plastic wrap and lay a hot water bottle or electric heating pad on top. Keep these in place for 30 to 60 minutes a day. The castor oil is an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant oil that will improve circulation in your gallbladder. You can use this treatment for up to 3 days in a row. Phosphatidylcholine is a type of lipid (fat) that can help break up and dissolve the gallstones. Because dosages vary, follow the package instructions. A standard dose is 840 mg up to 2 times a day. You can buy phosphatidylcholine from most pharmacies or drug stores. Look for a phosphatidylcholine that has been tested by a third party and contains few filler ingredients. Schedule an appointment with a certified acupuncturist. Regular acupuncture sessions can relieve abdominal pain and improve the flow of bile. You may need several weeks of acupuncture treatments before you feel the benefits.