The gallbladder is the part that stores bile produced by the liver. Gallstones are a condition in which this fluid hardens and forms stones. The main causes of this are:
Excess cholesterol in the blood: When the amount of cholesterol in the bile is excessive, it cannot remain in liquid form and turns into small crystals and then forms stones. Most gallstones are made of cholesterol.
Obesity and poor diet: Overweight people have higher levels of cholesterol in their bile. In addition, excessive consumption of fatty foods, fried and fried foods puts strain on the gallbladder.
Female hormones: This disease is more common in women than men. The hormone estrogen causes an increase in cholesterol in the bile. Pregnancy, hormone treatments, and the use of birth control pills increase the risk of the disease.
Rapid weight loss: When you try to lose weight too quickly, your liver excretes more cholesterol. This can upset the balance of bile and lead to the formation of stones.
Diabetes and other health problems: People with diabetes have higher levels of fatty acids, which can lead to the formation of stones. People with anemia and liver diseases are also at risk of gallstones.