Can patients with gallstones eat goose eggs?
Whether a patient with gallbladder stones can eat goose eggs cannot be answered with a simple “yes” or “no.” If a small amount causes no discomfort, it is usually permissible. If it triggers pain or other symptoms, the food should be avoided or strictly limited. Dietary guidelines for gallstone patients generally emphasize a low-fat, light diet, but this is not absolute. Goose eggs—especially the yolks—are relatively high in cholesterol, which may provoke a gallstone attack in some individuals. However, many patients tolerate normal foods such as goose or chicken eggs without any flare-up, whereas others experience symptoms even on a... Learn more