br br Much like an appendix, a gallbladder isn’t necessary for a person to live a full and healthy life. However, you may have loose or watery stools after gallbladder removal. br br This diarrhea occurs because removing a gallbladder involves rerouting the bile from the liver to the small intestine. Bile no longer goes through the gallbladder after surgery and it becomes less concentrated. The result is a laxative effect that causes diarrhea. If you eat a diet lower in fats, less bile will be released. Examples of dietary steps you can take include: br br Reduce your intake of fats. Choose low-fat foods whenever possible. Avoid high-fat, greasy, and fried foods. br br Add fiber to your diet. Extra fiber can make your bowel movements less liquid. Try to add only a serving of fiber at a time to prevent gas that can occur from eating excess fiber. br br Avoid foods and drinks known to cause diarrhea, such as caffeine, high-fat dairy products, and very sweet foods. br br Eat several small meals per day instead of large meals. Smaller meals are easier for the body to digest.