1. During a diverticulitis flare up, it is best recommended to follow a clear liquid diet in order to avoid further intestinal irritation. A clear liquid diet means no solid foods, clear juices with no pulp such as cramberry, apple and grape (avoid orange juice), broth, jell-O, and popsicles.
2. Diverticulitis can be mild with only slight discomfort in the left lower abdomen. If the symptoms progress to severe lower abdominal tenderness, pain, and fever, this may involve serious infection and your doctor should be contacted immediately.
3. An inadequate diet is considered the leading cause of diverticulitis flare ups. Most health experts agree that the lack of fiber and bulk in the diet is the major cause of chronic constipation and diverticular disease. Slowly add foods rich in fiber such as bran cereals, whole wheat breads, a variety of bean and fresh fruits and vegetables to your diet to keep the stools soft and bulky.
4. Although there is no scientific prove that small seeds, such as apple seeds, orange pits, watermelon seeds, grape pits, etc may increase the chances of a diverticulitis flare up, it is best recommend to remove the seeds and enjoy the fruits. Diverticulitis varies according to the individual, and certain diet components may irritate you more than others.
5. Due to the inflammation process involved with diverticulitis, home remedies containing anti-inflammatory benefits such as AloeElite can aid in healing and soothing the lining of your intestines and colon irritated by diverticulosis.
