Juliet Sullivan - The Gallstone-friendly Diet: Everything you never wanted to know about gallstones (and how to keep on their good side)

Praise for the first edition of The Gallstone-friendly diet

The gallstone-friendly diet is an amusing and informative journey through the typical outpatient experience of problems with gallstones. Whilst ultimately surgery to remove the gallbladder is the only effective treatment for gallstones, the treatment pathway does involve avoiding those foods that trigger the symptoms in the early stages and whilst awaiting an operation. The recipes presented in this book provide useful guidance on how to follow a very low-fat diet the traditional dietary modification suggested for gallstones.

I was particularly amused by the description of the patient-surgeon interaction and I think this reflects the fact that this is the commonest GI operation performed in the UK and therefore something we surgeons take for granted, not always appreciating that it is the first time for our patients. However, it is important that you and your surgeon together decide whether an operation is right or not for you as, even when the symptoms seem to fit many of the criteria for gallstones, they are such a common finding on scans, we always have to bear in mind that there might be something else going on. Having that understanding with your surgeon is an important part of any shared decision to undergo an operation. However, if the dietary steps mentioned in this book help you ahead of surgery, it is highly likely you will have a good outcome from the operation itself. To the same end, the gallstone-friendly diet may help you in your own personal gallstone journey. Good luck.

James Hopkins FRCS, Upper GI & Bariatric Surgeon Lead for Emergency GI Surgery, North Bristol Centre for Weight Loss, Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery, Bristol, UK

Juliet Sullivan recounts her personal story in a very honest way. She takes you through her surgery and out the other side. Unfortunately for her, she spent five months suffering from her gallstones before having her gallbladder removed. Fortunately for us, as a result of this wait she has produced a wonderful selection of recipes that are less likely to initiate pain than are standard meals. This is a truly helpful read, but if youve got gallstones, get an operation soon!

Giles J Toogood, Professor of Hepatobiliary Surgery University of Leeds, Leeds, UK

I had little understanding of the struggles that are associated with the gallbladder before reading this book. Juliet Sullivan does a brilliant job of enlightening her audience with the facts that are necessary for understanding gallstones. Additionally, the recipes contained in this book serve as a really useful guide for anyone struggling with the dietary issues associated with gallstones. Considering that gallstones are a serious illness, Juliet Sullivan uses her humour to address the elements of unease and fear that can be associated with a diagnosis, and to assist those who struggle in navigating the lifestyle changes that will be needed. All in all, I give this book a 5/5. Fantastic job!

Nicole Irvine, Canada

I love Juliets humour and wit. As I am dealing with gallbladder issues, this book is perfect timing as I have had no idea what to expect. I have information now to help me understand what I am dealing with. Thank you

Lorelei, Texas, USA

Juliet Sullivans The Gallstone-friendly Diet is a humorous tale about her experience with gallbladder disease. Youll find yourself sympathising, laughing and gaining knowledge. Her personal anecdotes leave you with a sense of causal connection, and an understanding of how one manages with such a disease. The recipes are simple, with easy to follow instructions and tasty! If you are feeling nervous about this condition, look no further than this book to help you through it. This wonderful book leaves readers assuaged, yet hungry for more!

Mariam Nagem,
Surrey, Canada

Juliets style is both humorous and informative. She makes you feel as though you are getting advice from a close friend. Unlike typical medical self-help books, this one will have you laughing, engaged and making delicious gallbladder-friendly food!

Donna Moore
Canada

An excellent and amusing book with all the facts you need.

Veronica McQuade
Haywards Heath, UK