Articles of category "Diverticulitis diet"

It's difficult sometimes when we develop conditions that require a special diet because we are used to eating a certain way and certain foods. In spite of our efforts to stay healthy, we find ourselves pouring into the nutrition books to develop a diet for diverticulitis. In an effort to change as little as possible in our lives, we look for more of the natural remedies, recipes, and food selections.

Diverticulitis is a condition that affects primarily the colon or large intestine. It occurs when diverticula or small pouches that bulge outside of the intestinal wall become infected. The condition can be quite painful causing severe abdominal cramping, nausea, fever, vomiting, chills, etc. However, eating diverticulitis diets that are high in fiber as well as drinking plenty of water can help keep this condition under control.