What to eat with diverticulitis?
Dear Reader, For those in need of a definition, diverticulosis is a condition that occurs when pouches or sacs (called diverticula) are formed in the intestines. When these sacs become inflamed, it is then termed diverticulitis. The development of this disease is attributed to increased pressure in the intestinal tract. This pressure may occur, but is not limited to, when a person is constipated. The incidence of diverticulitis is greater in middle-aged and elderly folks. Epidemiological evidence suggests that diverticulosis occurs more often when people eat a highly refined, low-fiber diet. Generally, if you’re diagnosed with diverticulosis, a high-fiber diet is key. Since fiber has the ability to absorb water and make stools bulky and soft, pressure on the intestinal tract decreases and waste products move along more quickly. High-fiber cereals or unprocessed wheat bran, as well as plenty of fruits and veggies, are often recommended to be included in an eating plan. Some health care
