A 45-year-old member asked:
Can i have flaxseed if diverticulosis?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeffrey Cohenanswered
Colon and Rectal Surgery 31 years experience
Yes: It is a good fiber supplement.
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Dr. Dean Giannoneanswered
Internal Medicine 27 years experience
Good choice.: Flax seed would be fine for someone with diverticulosis. All nuts and seeds have been deemed safe for people with diverticulosis.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
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Last updated Nov 24, 2022
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