Question 1

can a person on low residue diet b/c of diverticulitis eat watermelon?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Some current GI folks do not buy into the seeds restriction.
I general avoid most watermelon seeds - fun to spit at a tree!

Question 2

what is the minimum amount of energy needed for your body to function? i consume 800cal/day (low carb diet, but eat a bit of everything) and burn 300cal/day through excercise-am i doing more harm than good?

Accepted Answer

Women should consume: at least 1,200 cals/day, and men 1,800 cals/day, even when trying to lose weight, to avoid a metabolism slowdown. A very-low-calorie diet can cause serious health issues because it does not provide all of the essential nutrients for good health. It may lead to a weak immune system, irritability, and increased risk of other health problems. Maintain body balance and enjoy good health. Best regards.

Question 3

what are some reasons a person would need low residue diet?

Accepted Answer

A low residual diet: A low residual diet is usually prescribed to patients after they have an inflammatory process such as is ischemic colitis or diverticulitis.   Once your GI condition is back to normal, you can advance your diet back to normal.

Question 4

can i have almond paste on a low residue diet?

Accepted Answer

Of course you can.: If you like "almond paste" there is no problem. What matters is the quantity of things you eat. I believe everything in moderation and common sense is reasonable.
Personally , i would prefer to actually eat almonds than "almond paste".

Question 5

can weight watchers help w a low residue diet for diverticulitis?

Accepted Answer

YES,: IT WILL NOT HURT, IT WILL NOT HURT ANYBODY ACTUALLY.

Question 6

i have diverticulitis and am currently on a low residue diet. is milk a low residue drink?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but...: Yes it is, but if you are lactose intolerant you should avoid milk.  A low residue diet contains a low amount of fiber.  Fiber causes gas production in the colon-- so does milk if you are lactose intolerant.

Question 7

i have diverticulitis and am currently on a low residue diet. is coconut milk ok?

Accepted Answer

Yes: If you have diverticulitis, with pain and fever stay on a low fiber diet for 4-6 weeks to allow healing. If you merely have diverticulosis, then a high fiber diet is recommended and include 80-100 ounces of non cafeinated, non alcoholic fluid per day and this can include coconut milk.

Question 8

what's so bad about potato chips? is it okay if i eat them as a part of a balanced healthy vegan diet?

Accepted Answer

I know ....: How can something that tastes so good be so bad for you!  The two big problems are fat and salt! There are 150 calories in a single serving bag of potato chips, &amp; nearly 100 of them (2/3!) are fat. The fat in them can contribute to common problems of oily skin &amp; acne such as you report. But I don't believe in a total ban of anything that you really enjoy: eat a single serving bag 1-2 times/week:)

Question 9

i have diverticulitis and am currently on a low residue diet. instead of dairy milk, is rice or almond milk ok?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The low residue diet is utilized while you recover from an acute diverticulitis infection. Rice of almond milk is low residue. Once recovered, one wants to consume a high fiber, high liquid diet.

Question 10

what is a "low residue" diet for diverticulitis, and will it increase my chances of getting colon cancer later in life?

Accepted Answer

No: A low fiber diet is used to treat acute diverticulitis and is low in fiber foods such as grains, fruits, vegetables. It is only used for a finite period of time to allow healing of the inflammation. I high fiber diet is recommended for diverticulosi and may have protective features regarding colon cancer prevention.

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