Gallbladder & Uterus: How They Work & What Changes After Removal - Explained With Science & Somatics - Episode 317

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“You don’t need it” is one of the most casually dismissive sentences in modern wellness. Gallbladder removal and uterus removal are common surgeries, yet many people notice real shifts afterward and they’re left trying to understand what changed and why.

In Part 1 of this two‑episode series, I break down what the gallbladder and uterus actually do, how to keep them healthy, what can shift after removal, and how to support your wellness with clarity instead of confusion.

Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy):
• what the gallbladder does: bile timing, fat digestion, fat‑soluble vitamins
• why gallbladders fail: rapid weight loss, low‑fat dieting, estrogen shifts, insulin resistance, genetics, GLP‑1 meds (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro)
• common symptoms after gallbladder removal: bloating, diarrhea, urgency, fat intolerance
• microbiome changes and nutrient absorption
• myths people hear after surgery
• practical supports: bitter greens, hydration, magnesium, digestive enzymes with lipase + ox bile

Uterus Removal (Hysterectomy):
• why the uterus is far more than a reproductive organ
• pelvic nerves, ovarian blood flow, libido inputs
• hormone shifts after uterus removal
• progesterone myths, estrogen dominance, painful periods that deserve investigation
• emotional and somatic changes some women experience after hysterectomy
• how to advocate for hormone testing, gut support, and nervous system regulation

If you’ve already had gallbladder removal or uterus removal, this episode gives you language, options, and a grounded understanding of what your body may need moving forward.

Next week in Part 2: Appendix and Tonsils - what they do, why they matter, and what can shift when they’re gone.

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