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Anyone know what is a high fiber diet for those suffering from diverticulitus?

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Dr. Jarrod Kaufman answered

Specializes in General Surgery

Diverticulitis Diet: Diets of this purpose are to help with creating soft formed stools daily and prevent constipation. A "diverticulitis diet" doesn't treat or prevent diverticulitis. It is intended to give your intestine a chance to rest. A diverticulitis diet is typically recommended along with antibiotics for mild or uncomplicated cases of diverticulitis.These should managed under the care of your md.

Answered 11/21/2013

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Diverticulitis: Diverticulitis is an active infection of small pouches on the colon that needs proper antibiotics and light low fiber diet during the infection. For non-infected diverticulosis, high fiber diet is recommended with fruits, vegetables, metamucil and plenty of water to drink (avoid junk food, white bread, white rice, pasta, greasy burgers & fries, etc.).

Answered 8/25/2013

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