Bile Stasis: Main Causes, Common Symptoms, and the Role of TUDCA

A feeling of heaviness after meals, bloating, or bitterness in the mouth may signal bile stasis. This condition occurs when the outflow of bile from the liver slows down, affecting digestion. In this article, we’ll look at the causes and symptoms of bile stasis and explain why tauroursodeoxycholic acid (TUDCA) is increasingly discussed as a component of dietary supplements.

What Is Bile Stasis?

Bile is a fluid produced by the liver to break down fats. It accumulates in the gallbladder and, during meals, enters the intestine. There, bile not only helps digest fats but also assists in absorbing vitamins, supports intestinal microflora, promotes regular bowel movements, and helps eliminate toxins and excess cholesterol. When this process is disrupted, bile stasis occurs.

Common symptoms of bile stasis:

• bitterness in the mouth, especially in the morning;
• heaviness in the right upper abdomen after eating;
• bloating and abdominal discomfort;
• irregular bowel movements;
• fatigue, reduced productivity;
• dry skin, brittle hair, and nails.

These signs indicate that it’s worth paying attention to your diet and lifestyle.

Causes of Bile Stasis

Key contributing factors include:

• irregular eating habits or overeating;
• sedentary lifestyle;
• hormonal changes;
• chronic stress and poor sleep;
• rapid weight loss or restrictive diets;
• excessive consumption of fatty foods.

Adjusting dietary habits and adding moderate physical activity can help reduce symptoms of bile stasis.

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid (TUDCA) and Its Properties

TUDCA is a bile acid included in some dietary supplements. Its key features:

• supports normal bile composition;
• participates in the physiological process of bile formation and flow;
• helps regulate the natural balance of fats and cholesterol in the body;
• aids in the absorption of fats and fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K);
• supports intestinal microflora balance.

Thanks to its enteric coating, TUDCA is well absorbed in the small intestine.

Who May Benefit from TUDCA Dietary Supplements?

Category	When It May Be Relevant
Adults	during dietary changes or periods of increased workload
Teenagers (12+)	with irregular eating habits or intensive studying
People with low activity	during prolonged sedentary work
Travelers	when diet or lifestyle conditions change

 

The dietary supplement is lactose-free, making it suitable for people with lactose intolerance.

How to Take TUDCA

• Adults: 1–2 tablets per day.
• Teenagers (12+): 1 tablet per day.
  Take with meals and water. The duration of use is individual and should preferably be discussed with a specialist.

Questions and Answers (FAQ)

What is TUDCA and what is it used for?
TUDCA is tauroursodeoxycholic acid, a component of dietary supplements that supports natural bile production processes.

Can teenagers take TUDCA?
Yes, dietary supplements with TUDCA are suitable for teenagers aged 12 and above.

How should TUDCA be taken correctly?
It is recommended to take it with meals: adults — 1–2 tablets, teenagers — 1 tablet.

What makes TUDCA from Vorwarts Pharma special?
De-Taura features an enteric coating, meets European quality standards, and is well absorbed.

Bile stasis is a common condition influenced by diet and lifestyle. Combined with physical activity and a balanced diet, TUDCA can be a convenient additional source for the daily routine of adults and teenagers.

Vorwarts Pharma offers high-quality European dietary supplements. Learn more about the De-Taura product and other family solutions in the dietary supplements catalog.