004. Natural treatments for prevention: biliary dyskinesia
Biliary dyskinesia, often called 'sluggish gallbladder,' can disrupt your entire day with nausea, a bitter taste, or nagging pain. In this section, we explore the phytotherapeutic solutions available to help the gallbladder function optimally again. Together, we will discover plants with choleretic and cholagogue actions, such as Artichoke, Celandine, or Dandelion, which stimulate both the production and secretion of bile. From the specific ritual of lying on your right side after administration to complex hepatic tea recipes, this guide is designed to offer you a natural path toward smooth digestion and overall well-being, while strictly following the recommended dosages.
Plant species with choleretic, cholagogue effects are recommended.
Folium Salviae (Sage leaves).
Infusion of a teaspoon of leaves in a cup of water; drink during the day, gradually. It is contraindicated for nursing mothers, as it reduces milk secretion.
Folium Cynarae (Artichoke leaves)
Infusion of one tablespoon of leaves in 1/2 liter of water, amount to drink during the day, as follows: one cup in the morning on an empty stomach, after which lie down for half an hour on your right side; the second cup is drunk in two doses, half an hour before the main meals. The treatment is progressive, starting with small doses. It lasts for 20-30 days, then a month break, after which it is resumed.
Herba Hyperici (St. John's Wort)
Infusion of one teaspoon of plant in a cup of water; drink 2-3 cups a day.
Infusion of 2 tablespoons of plant in a cup of water; take one tablespoon after each meal.
Herba Centaurii (Centaury).
Infusion of one teaspoon of plant in a cup of water, of which one drinks a quarter to half an hour before the main meals.
Tincture of 20 g of plant macerated for 8 days in 100 ml of alcohol; take 30-40 drops in sweetened water before meals.
Herba Marrubii (Horehound)
Infusion of one teaspoon of plant to one cup of water; drink 2-3 cups a day. Infusion of 2 tablespoons of plant to one cup of water; drink 3-4 tablespoons a day.
Herba et Radix Cichorii (Chicory) aerial part and root
Infusion of 1-2 teaspoons of plant to one cup of water; drink 2 cups a day.
Flores Millefolii (Yarrow flowers)
Infusion of 2 tablespoons of flowers to 1/2 liter of water, amount to drink during the day.
Cortex Frangulae (Alder Buckthorn bark)
stimulates bile, increases bile secretion, being used especially in cases where insufficiency of bile secretion causes constipation.
Powder one knife tip 2-3 times a day. Decoction of a tablespoon of bark to a cup of water, which is drunk at bedtime.
Flores Calendulae (Calendula flowers)
Infusion of 2 teaspoons of flowers to a cup of water; drink during the day, preferably on an empty stomach.
Radix Inulae (Elecampane root)
Decoction of 4 tablespoons of roots to a cup of water; drink 3-4 tablespoons per day.
Fructus Cynosbati (Rosehips)
Infusion of a tablespoon of fruit to a cup of water; drink 2 cups per day.
Hepatic tea version 1
Herba Marrubii (Horehound) – 2 parts
Radix Cichorii (Chicory root) – 2 parts
Rhizoma Iridis (Iris rhizome) – 1 part
Radix Taraxaci (Dandelion root) – 2 parts
Infusion of one teaspoon of the mixture to one cup of water; drink 2 cups a day.
Hepatic tea version 2
Flores Millefolii (Yarrow flowers) – 4 parts
Folium Cynarae (Artichoke leaves) – 3 parts
Herba Menthae (Mint herb) – 1 part
Infusion of one teaspoon of the mixture to one cup of water; drink 2 cups a day, morning and evening.
Hepatic tea version 3
Flores Chamomillae (Chamomile flowers) – 3 parts
Herba Bursae-pastoris (Shepherd's purse) – 3 parts
Radix Cichorii (Chicory root) – 2 parts
Radix Gentianae (Gentian root) – 1 part
Rhizoma Iridis (Iris rhizome) – 1 part
Infusion of one teaspoon of the mixture in a cup of water; drink either in the morning on an empty stomach or 30 minutes before meals.
Hepatic tea version 4
Flores Millefolii (Yarrow flowers) – 2 parts
Folium Menthae (Mint leaves) – 2 and 1/2 parts
Radix Gentianae (Gentian root) – 2 parts
Radix Ononidis (Restharrow root) – 2 parts
Cortex Frangulae (Alder Buckthorn bark) – 1 and 1/2 parts
Infusion of one teaspoon of the mixture in one cup of water; drink 2 cups a day, before meals.
List of medicinal plants from this article object of official studies (published on : pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) :
Sage leaves (Salvia officinalis): NCBI Study ID: PMC11420034
Artichoke leaves (Cynara scolymus): NCBI Study ID: PMC10974306
St. John's Wort (Hypericum perforatum): NCBI Study ID: PMC9526892
Centaury (Centaurium erythraea): NCBI Study ID: PMC11606823
Chicory (Cichorium intybus): NCBI Study ID: PMC3860133
Yarrow flowers (Achillea millefolium): NCBI Study ID: PMC10703637
Elecampane root (Inula helenium): NCBI Study ID: PMC12274669
Rosehips (Rosa canina): NCBI Study ID: PMC5871216
Dandelion root (Taraxacum officinale): NCBI Study ID: PMC11764760
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Important Note: While nature provides extraordinary resources for supporting health, you must obtain a diagnosis from a licensed physician before choosing any natural treatment. Even when risks are low, any treatment must be approved by the specialist who diagnosed you to ensure it does not conflict with existing medication or pre-existing conditions. Nature supports healing, but only a doctor can correctly identify the illness and provide the appropriate therapeutic guidance.
Author's Note – May 31, 2026
My name is Costel A., and I am a passionate researcher dedicated to exploring
the role and benefits of medicinal plants. For over 20 years, I have been
gathering data from written sources and comparing this information with the
insights of doctors and phytotherapists whom I interview directly. By
cross-referencing these findings with published research databases, I have
chosen to share this collection with you.
I would also like to share the lessons I have learned throughout all these years of acquiring knowledge:
Prevention is key: The role of medicinal plants is immense when it comes to disease prevention. If you recognize the signs early and apply the right advice, you stand every chance of preventing an illness from taking hold. Therefore, I recommend applying these summaries and tips before reaching the stage of illness.
The individuality of the body: Every organism reacts differently, even to medicinal plants considered safe. Some remedies have a milder effect, while others are stronger, just as every person has different weaknesses or strengths. For this reason, it is essential to consult a phytotherapist to guide your choices.
The power of belief and the placebo effect: The third lesson relates to perception and efficacy. If you have faith in a remedy, its value and effectiveness increase—a fact demonstrated by multiple studies dedicated to the placebo effect. Therefore, when choosing a plant or a tea, seek the advice of a certified professional, but especially someone in whom you have absolute trust.