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Posted 11/16/2013 1:07 AM (GMT 0)
I am extremely confused...what type of diet should a person be on once they have had an episode of diverticulitis??? I understand it needs to be liquids during a flare up, then gradually move to a low residue/low fiber diet. But here is where I am confused...do you eventually want to move to a low residue/ HIGH fiber diet?? Is metamucil safe to take? What would be the daily fiber intake amount for someone with diverticular disease? Trying to avoid surgery and would like to try to medically manage with diet if possible.
Any advice on what foods you CAN eat with diverticular disease?
Thank you in advance.
Posted 11/16/2013 12:58 PM (GMT 0)
Diverticulitis is an infection or inflammation of the pockets. Low residue diets are recommended until the infection is cleared or you start feeling better. Once your better a high fiber diet is recommended. By high fiber I mean, fruits and veggies but avoid seeds, nuts, popcorn, celery and corn. You can take up to 6 a day of fiber supplements but start slowly. Too much fiber at once can cause issues.
Posted 11/17/2013 1:14 AM (GMT 0)
Whether to avoid seeds and nuts when one has diverticular disease has been the subject of much discussion of late. Some studies suggest they do not cause increased risk for diverticulitis. I would Google or Bing and read some of the info.
Posted 11/17/2013 3:05 AM (GMT 0)
Not true Ides. Seeds may not affect some people but a simple pickle seed sent me to the hospital - that was my last ER visit. We do not all react the same no matter what the literature says.
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