PATTERN V Carbohydrate Metabolism and Its Effect on The Gall Bladder, Liver, and Fat Metabolism We use carbohydrates for the first ninety minutes after mealtime. After that, most of the excess carbohydrates, whether from refined or  complex sources, are converted to saturated fats and cholesterol via pyruvic acid. Thus, the metabolism is geared toward making fats  and cholesterol resulting in a compromised ability to use fats  for energy; an increase in bile concentration which can eventually lead to liver and gall bladder congestion; increased sterols  in cellular membranes which decreases cell membrane permeability; and prolonged inflammatory responses and diseases. Conditions associated with excessive carbohydrate metabolism include: Abdominal distention Dry skin Itching Arteriosclerosis Fascitis Jaundice Arthritis Gall bladder disease Liver disease Bloating Hepatitis Pancreatitis Burping Hypercholesterolemia Phlebitis Candida Indigestion/nausea Right neck and/or  shoulder pain Citrus intolerance Inflammatory diseases (all -itis') Tendonitits Dermatitis Intestinal cramps Ulcer Diarrhea Irritable bowel syndrome Primary  Nutritive: "Anabolic Support" supplies parsley and bee pollen, which has an ideal protein (30%) to carbohydrate (50%) ratio, for support of carbohydrate  metabolism and contains ginger for support of cholesterol and lipid  utilization. Secondary Nutritive: "Aerobic  Support" supplies the essential lipids and nutrients necessary  for gall bladder and liver function. Medicinal Formula: "Anti-Inflammatory-Rx" Dietary considerations: Decrease Increase Potato & nuts Yellow & orange veg. Breads, grains, corn,  etc. Oils (2 to 3 TBS/day) Refined carb's, pasta, etc. Quick/toning exercises: less weight and higher reps,  tennis, basketball, etc. Patterns I thru XII BACK