A member asked:

Can i have smooth almond butter while recovering from a diverticulitis attack?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. Hunter Handsfield answered

Specializes in Infectious Disease

Sure, no problem: The reason you were told to avoid nuts is because bits of them might hang up in your diverticuli and cause or prolong the inflammation you already have. Nut butters (peanut, almond, tahine, etc) are fine.

Answered 12/30/2019

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