Diet to Shorten Diverticulitis Flare Ups

Shorten diverticulitis flare ups with a low-residue diet by decreasing your bowl volume and allowing the infection to heal more quickly. Consuming less than 10 grams of fiber per day is generally considered a low residue diverticulitis diet.  During a low residue diet it is often recommended to take a daily multivitamin/mineral supplement.  A natural and potent aloe supplement such as AloeElite can help reduce inflammation of your intestines and colon that have been irritated by diverticulitis, shortening flare up periods and allowing your body to heal more quickly.

Grain Products:

• enriched refined white bread, bagels, english muffins, buns
• plain cereals e.g. Cheerios, Rice Krispies, Special K, Cornflakes, Cream of Wheat
• arrowroot cookies, plain melba toast, tea biscuits, soda crackers
• white rice, refined pasta and noodles
• avoid whole grains

Fruits:

• fruit juices except prune juice
• applesauce, grapes, honeydew melon, peaches, watermelon, apricots, banana (1/2), cantaloupe, canned fruit cocktail
• avoid raw and dried fruits, and berries.

Vegetables:

• vegetable juices
• potatoes (no skin)
• alfalfa sprouts, eggplant, lettuce, mushrooms, green/red peppers, potatoes (peeled), squash, zucchini, beets, green/yellow beans, carrots, celery, cucumber
• avoid vegetables from the cruciferous family such as broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, Swiss chard etc

Meat and Protein Choice:

• well-cooked, tender meat, fish and eggs
• avoid beans and lentils
• Avoid all nuts and seeds, as well as foods that may contain seeds (such as yogurt)

Dairy:

• as directed by your healthcare providers