Biliary Stasis / Insufficiency

What Does It Mean?

Biliary stasis, or bile insufficiency, occurs when bile production is inadequate or bile flow is sluggish, leading to poor fat digestion, impaired detoxification, and metabolic dysfunction. Bile is essential for fat breakdown, absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K), and the removal of waste and toxins from the liver. When bile flow is compromised, toxins accumulate, digestion becomes inefficient, and inflammation increases.

How Did We Get There?

Root Causes:

• Poor Liver Function & Cholestasis – Toxin overload and liver stress impair bile synthesis.

• Gallbladder Dysfunction (Sluggish or Low Motility) – Leads to incomplete bile release.

• Hormonal Imbalances (Estrogen Dominance) – Estrogen slows bile flow and can increase gallstone formation.

• Gut Dysbiosis & Microbial Overgrowth (SIBO, Candida, H. pylori) – Disrupts bile metabolism and digestion.

• Deficiencies in Bile-Supportive Nutrients (Choline, Taurine, Magnesium, Glycine) – Essential for bile production and transport.

• Chronic Stress & Poor Diet – High inflammatory diets and stress impair gallbladder and liver function.

Signs & Symptoms:

• Fat Malabsorption – Loose, pale, or greasy stools, bloating after fatty meals.

• Nutrient Deficiencies – Poor absorption of vitamins A, D, E, and K.

• Right Upper Quadrant Discomfort – Mild pain or discomfort in the liver/gallbladder region.

• Itchy Skin (Pruritus) – Due to bile acid accumulation in circulation.

• Brain Fog & Fatigue – Toxin accumulation and fat malabsorption impair cognitive function.

• High Cholesterol & Fatty Liver – Stagnant bile contributes to poor lipid metabolism.

Lab Test Findings

Lab Test Name	Expected Changes	Optimal Range
Alkaline Phosphatase (ALP)	Decreased	45.00-100.00 IU/L
ALT (SGPT)	Increased	10.00-26.00 U/L
Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase (GGT)	Altered	10.00-30.00 U/L
Bilirubin, Total	Increased	0.50-0.90 mg/dL
Cholesterol, Serum	Increased	180.00-220.00 mg/dL

How Do We Treat It?

Supplement Protocol

Supplement	Function	Dosage & Frequency
Novo Hepatic	Improves liver detox pathways and bile flow	1 capsule without food, daily
Advanced Vita-Biotic R	Delivers active organisms shown to promote healthy gut flora and immune function	1 capsule with food, daily
Endura	A naturally-flavored hydration powder containing essential electrolytes for endurance and hydration	3 packets with or without food, three times daily
CoQ-10 300 mg	Supports cell energy production and provides wide-range antioxidant support	2 capsules with food, daily
Vita-Glutathione	Master antioxidant in the body that supports healthy detoxification pathways	1 capsule with or without food, daily
Vita-Digestyzyme	Supports healthy digestion while working to maintain gut balance and function	2 capsules 20-30 minutes prior to food, daily
Vita B Methyl	Supports B vitamin levels for hormone balance	1 capsule without food, daily
Magnesium	Aids stress response, detoxification, and hormone metabolism	2 capsules with or without food, daily
Vita DIM	Promotes estrogen metabolism and detoxification	2 capsules with or without food, daily
Vita Defense	Provides antioxidant protection and immune support	1 capsule without food, daily
Vita Buffered C Powder	Enhances detoxification and adrenal function	¼ scoop of powder with food, twice daily
SBI Powder	Helps maintain gut barrier integrity and microbiome balance	1 scoop of powder in cold water without food, daily
Vita Microbe	Supports gut flora for estrogen recycling and detox	3 capsules with or without food, daily
D-Mannose Powder	Aids urinary tract and vaginal microbiome health	1 tsp of powder without food, twice daily
Vita-Flux	Enhances circulation and nitric oxide production	2 capsules 20-30 minutes prior to meal, twice daily
V-Inflamma	Reduces systemic inflammation and oxidative stress	1 capsule without food, daily
Vita Candid	Helps maintain healthy yeast balance	2 capsules 20-30 minutes prior to food, twice daily
V-Pax	Comprehensive multivitamin for overall health	2 capsules with or without food, twice daily
V-Collagen	Supports skin, joint, and gut health	1 scoop of powder without food, daily
Gluta Protect	Provides glutathione support for detoxification and immunity	1 scoop of powder without food, daily
Vita-Biotic	Supports gut microbiome and immune system	4 capsules without food, daily

Additional Lifestyle Interventions:

• Increase Bitter Foods (Dandelion, Artichoke, Milk Thistle) – Stimulates bile flow.

• Hydration & Lemon Water – Helps maintain bile fluidity.

• Low-Inflammation Diet – Reduce processed fats and increase fiber intake.

• Intermittent Fasting – Supports gallbladder contraction and detox.

• Optimize Fat-Soluble Vitamin Intake – Ensure proper absorption of A, D, E, and K with bile support.