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  • Vitamin C: the NHANES study showed that women with the highest level of vitamin C had a reduced risk of gallbladder disease.
  • Vegetable protein and healthy oils like olive and safflower oils also seem protective.

In summary, to reduce your risk of gallstones, consider the following:
  • Eat plenty of foods high in magnesium and vitamin C
  • Go for healthy oils instead of animal fats
  • Increase your intake of vegetable protein
  • Exercise regularly and maintain a healthy weight
  • If you lose weight, do so gradually
  • If the caffeine doesn't bother you, drink regular coffee every day
  • For insurance, take a multivitamin with minerals every day that has both vitamin C and magnesium.