What vitamins should you avoid with Gilbert’s syndrome?

Gilbert’s syndrome is an inherited condition often discovered by accident, such as when someone has a blood test. It occurs due to a defect in the processing of bilirubin by the liver. The syndrome may cause the skin and the whites of the eyes to have a yellow tinge due to the build-up of bilirubin. Gilbert’s syndrome is typically harmless and treatment isn’t required.

What vitamins should you avoid with Gilbert’s syndrome?

Avoid supplements containing high levels of vitamin A, niacin (vitamin B3), and high vitamin D. Fatty fish and shellfish are all rich in these nutrients, so she might want to leave these out of her diet for 3-6 months.

Recommended foods and supplements to support Gilbert’s syndrome. Take 1,000 milligrams of a high-quality fish oil supplement daily to improve liver function. Milk thistle has long been recognized as a potent herb that helps detox the liver. Take 150 milligrams of milk thistle twice a day.