I am 33 and I was just treated for diverticulitis, what can I eat?

Question

I know waht not to eat......like peanuts and seeds.

Thank u so much for the details......I hope I feel better soon and I can stick to the diet..

Answer 1

There is diverticulosis and diverticulitis. Diverticula are little bulgy pockets in the intestines, especially the colon. Diverticulitis is when a pouch gets infected. While the diet for diverticulosis is high fiber,,, the diet for diverticulitis is low fiber and lots of liquids... to rest your colon or intestintes and let it heal. Here's a link:
http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/diverticulitis/DS00070

http://healthlink.mcw.edu/article/1013634026.html

If you are on antibiotics now, and your intestintes are still healing, liquids and soft foods that don't stress your intestines are recommended. After that,, you can resume a normal diet, but continue lots of liquids,, and add high fiber so that your stool does not get hard.

Here is a list of some foods for a diverticul ITIS diet(low residue):

"Guidelines -
AVOID- large meals... avoid fried foods... avoid dry beans and baked beans,, avoid very spicy foods,, course whole grains, seeds, dried fruits, avoid sauerkraut, peppers, potato chips, raw vegetables, cabbage foods, no raw fruit, berries, prunes, no fats, fried pastries, marmalade, coconut, no horseradish, pickles

INCLUDE - baked, broiled, roasted, stewed, microwaved or creamed meat and fish, very tender chicken, turkey, fish (no bones), smooth peanut butter, tofu, eggs except fried, plain rolls, crackers, strained oatmeal, rice, spaghetti without spicy sauce, pasta, cooked soft vegetables like asparagus, green beans , carrots, vegetable juices, potatoes without skin and not fried,, canned fruits, ripe bananas, stewed fruits, fruit juices, margarine, mayonnaise, syrup, honey, seedless jams, ice cream, gelatin, mild herbs, olives,

I notice a lot of people are giving you the diverticul OSIS diet , which is high fiber with bran and stuff... this is NOT for when you have diverticul ITIS.

Answer 2

Many people have small pouches in the lining of the colon, or large intestine, that bulge outward through weak spots. Each pouch is called a diverticulum. Multiple pouches are called diverticula. The condition of having diverticula is called diverticulosis. About 10 percent of Americans older than 40 have diverticulosis. The condition becomes more common as people age. About half of all people older than 60 have diverticulosis. Diverticula are most common in the lower portion of the large intestine, called the sigmoid colon. When the pouches become inflamed, the condition is called diverticulitis. Ten to 25 percent of people with diverticulosis get diverticulitis. Diverticulosis and diverticulitis together are called diverticular disease. No, don't eat popcorn, nuts, seeds, pits, etc.

Answer 3

I realize that these are not exciting diet suggestions, but they are very natural options for easing this condition. i imagine that finding your healthiest self will be more rewarding than eating the fun stuff.
1. of course fiber-at least 30grams per day (oat bran, psillium- produces very little gas compared to other sources, ground flax seeds) 1 hour before meals and with a large glass of water, seperately from other supplements to prevent constipation and accumulation of wastes.
2.high protein veggies and fish
3.well cooked brown rice
4.leafy greens
5.GARLIC- detoxifies and promotes healing
6. alfalfa-contains vit.K and important minerals to people with intestinal disorders. it also contains chlorophyll which aids healing. (2,000 mg daily)
7. 1/2 cup aloe vera juice three times daily- promotes healing of inflamed areas and prevents constipation. (mix with herbal tea if you like!)
8. other helpful herbs for diverticulitis include: cayenne (capsicum), chamomile (unless you are allergic to ragweed), papaya, red clover, and yellow extract or tea.

DURING AN ACCUTE ATTACK:
1.take 4 charcoal tablets with lots of water to absorb trapped gas.(do not take with other meds or for extended periods of time, as it absorbs valuable nutrients as well as gas)
2.put all veggies and fruits through a blender, and use liquid supplements for easier assimilation.
3. steamed veggies only, or baby foods until healing is complete.
4.carrot or cabbage juice, "green drinks", or chlorophyll liquid in juice.
5.clay tablets according to instructions, apon rising on an empty stomach.
6.massage left side of stomach and do stretching exercises.

i hope this helps you find comfort with a rather uncomfortable disorder, good luck!

Answer 4

what a coincidence, after much testing i too have just been diagnosed. there are many web sights on line that are helpful with all your questions...just type in diverticulitis and best of luck to you.

Answer 5

At first you are supposed to start with lower fiber foods, bread, fruit, and slowly add more fiber to your diet. Your dr. should have given you a list of foods that are ok to eat, not just to stay away from foods with seeds.....

Answer 6

Get a juicer and then buy some heads of cabbage and juice up enough for a glass of fresh cabbage juice. Drink it as soon as you fill the glass. You can mix some apples and carrots in with it to sweeten it up. If you want to learn more about juicing get Jay Kordiches book "The Juicemans Power of Juicing".

Answer 7

well my mom has this and she just takes the seeds out of everything first. do not however eat nuts or popcorn!

Answer 8

high fiber foods
avoid fatty foods

Answer 9

what about regular oatmeal